Historicism

Historicismis the essential introduction to the field, providing its readers with the necessary knowledge, background and vocabulary to apply it in their own studies. Paul Hamilton's compact and comprehensive guide:* explains the theory and basics of historicis* presents a history of the term and its use* introduces the reader to the key thinkers in the field, from ancient Greece to modern time* considers historicism in contemporary debates and its relevance to other modes of criticism, such as feminism and post-colonialis* contains an extensive bibliography of further reading.