JOURNAL ARTICLE

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY? The climate crisis is a hot topic, but what does it mean to study the history of our relationship with the natural world?

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 10. P. 8 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses the evolving field of environmental history, emphasizing its significance in understanding the complex interactions between humans and the natural world. It highlights contributions from various scholars who critique traditional definitions and approaches, particularly regarding Indigenous perspectives and the influence of socio-economic factors. The text also underscores the importance of historical context in addressing contemporary environmental issues, such as climate change and natural disasters, and advocates for a more interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental history. Overall, it presents environmental history as a vital discipline that encourages a deeper understanding of humanity's relationship with nature. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/10, Vol. 75, Issue 10, p8
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:187799549
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