JOURNAL ARTICLE

Historians on the Market.

  • Published In: Reviews in American History, 2024, v. 52, n. 4. P. 287 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Loss, Christopher P. 3 of 3

Abstract

"Nick Witham's book, Popularizing the Past: Historians, Publishers, and Readers in Postwar America, explores the challenges faced by historians in the changing landscape of higher education funding and priorities. The book delves into the history job market, the declining interest in studying humanities, and the struggle to engage students in history. Witham profiles prominent historians like Richard Hofstadter, Daniel Boorstin, John Hope Franklin, Howard Zinn, and Gerda Lerner, highlighting their efforts to write popular histories for diverse audiences. The book sheds light on the evolving marketplace of print and the role of historians in engaging readers beyond the academy, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the history profession today." [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Reviews in American History. 2024/12, Vol. 52, Issue 4, p287
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0048-7511
  • DOI:10.1353/rah.2024.a948353
  • Accession Number:182769342
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