History as a Profession

Discover the intricate world of historiography with History as a Profession by Arnold Pomerans, published by Princeton University Press in 2014. This captivating book spans 488 pages, offering a detailed examination of the French historical profession during the 19th and early 20th centuries, just before the rise of the renowned Annales school of historians.

Pomerans skillfully situates the profession within its broader social, academic, and political contexts, revealing how historians of this era have often been mischaracterized as amateurish. This insightful work invites readers to reconsider the contributions and significance of historians in shaping our understanding of the past. Ideal for students, educators, and history enthusiasts alike, History as a Profession is an essential addition to any bookshelf.