John Hirst (1942–2016)
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John Hirst was born on July 9, 1942 in Australia. He graduated from the University of Adelaide and was a history professor at La Trobe University, Melbourne from 1968 until his retirement in 2006. He was the author of numerous books including Convict Society and Its Enemies, The Strange Birth of mehr anzeigen Colonial Democracy, The Sentimental Nation, The Shortest History of Europe, Australian History in 7 Questions, and Sense and Nonsense in Australian History. He died on February 5, 2016 at the age of 73. (Bowker Author Biography) weniger anzeigen
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- 2016-02-05
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The shortest history of Europe von J. B. Hirst
This is one of the best, if not the best, history book I have ever read. It covers the history of Europe with a thematic approach. It's short, but does not forego to opportunity to give some details and inject some wry humour. The best chapter by far is the first, where the author provides an interesting view on the flow of history.
Entertaining, wonderfully informative overview of European history from Classical to modern times. I wish there was an edition with larger maps that were easier to see. A great reference book to supplement other history books in your library. Highly recommended.
In this commentary piece Hirst, a prominent historian of Australian history, asks the question were Aboriginal people makers of the game? If so, what role did they play in its creation and development? He looks in particular at the controversy surrounding Gillian Hibbins contribution to the 2008 official history of the game commissioned by the AFL.
New South Wales - Social Life and Customs - 1788-1851; Convicts - New South Wales - Social Conditions; Penal Colonies, British
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