What is history? How do historians approach the study of the past, and how have their questions and methods changed over time? To answer these questions, we will explore major works in the study of history from the twentieth century, alongside selected recent innovations in the discipline. We will apply a wide lens and assume a global perspective. This is a foundational course offered for M.A. students of all historical specializations (graduate students from related disciplines are welcome).
5 units · Letter (ABCD/NP)
What is history? How do historians approach the study of the past, and how have their questions and methods changed over time? To answer these questions, we will explore major works in the study of history from the twentieth century, alongside selected recent innovations in the discipline. We will apply a wide lens and assume a global perspective. This is a foundational course offered for M.A. students of all historical specializations (graduate students from related disciplines are welcome).
Offered in Autumn 2026 at Stanford University.