Historically Thinking
We believe that when people think historically, they are engaging in a disciplined way of thinking about the world and its past. We believe it gives thinkers a knack for recognizing nonsense; and that it cultivates not only intellectual curiosity and rigo
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Prague: The Heart of Europe
Introduction
Each year millions of tourists visit the Czech capital, awed by its blend of architectural styles and dramatic landscape....
Thinking Historically: Francis J. Gavin on What History Can Do for Policymakers...and the Rest of Us
It might seem obvious that the study of history ought to improve the crafting of public policy. Surely if we understand the past, we should be able...
Jews vs. Rome: Two Centuries (or More!) of Rebellion Against the World's Mightiest Empire, with Barry Strauss
In 1960 Yigael Yadin, formerly chief of the Israeli general staff and by that year a prize winning archaeologist, visited the home of Israel’s president...
Amanda Roper, Public Historian
Amanda Roper is a public historian who has spent her career working to preserve historic...
The Ramos Gin Fizz: A New Orleans Liquid History, with John Shelton Reed
Join Al Zambone and guest John Shelton Reed (author of The Ramos...
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