Preface and Acknowledgements Introduction What is 'Postmodernism'? Status of Historical Evidence Problems of Representation Representation, Narrative and Emplotment Michel Foucault Representation and Power Representation and Relativism, Cognitive and Moral Representation, Metanarratives and Microhistories Conclusion Glossary Notes Further Reading Index.
"This book represents a significant addition to the growing literature on postmodernism and history. It is notable for its exposition of postmodern ideas, and discussion of their use by historians, in a single volume. It offers the most comprehensive overview of this subject to date.' - Dr Avram Taylor, University of Northumbria
WILLIE THOMPSON was Professor of Contemporary History at Glasgow Caledonian University and is currently Visiting Professor of History at Northumbria University in Newcastle.
"This book represents a significant addition to the growing literature on postmodernism and history. It is notable for its exposition of postmodern ideas, and discussion of their use by historians, in a single volume. It offers the most comprehensive overview of this subject to date.' - Dr Avram Taylor, University of Northumbria
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