History in Public Space (Global Perspectives on Public History)

Synopsis

This book focuses on various manifestations of history in public spaces: in the physical ones of various historical times and geographical places, as well as in the virtual world.It discusses how the spaces have been shaped and re-shaped, by whom and for what (not always laudable) purposes, and raises pragmatical and ethical questions for both research and practical activities in the field. By combining both micro and global perspectives, the universal role that history plays in spaces created by and for, as well as the factors determining its usages, is revealed. The authors are rooted in specific national contexts: Canadian or American, Ukrainian or Polish, British or Irish, German or Luxembourgish, Korean or Brazilian, and the case studies are varied including large cities and small towns, city centers, and godforsaken cemeteries, but the narratives built on these cases go beyond when they deal with issues such as decoding history and its meanings in public spaces, doing history in public spaces, and observing changes in manifestations of history in public spaces.This volume is an essential resource for anyone interested in the relationship between history and public space in a global perspective.

Copyright:

2024

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

290 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781040112786

Related ISBNs:

9781003366348, 9781032432397, 9781032432373, 9781040112762

Publisher:

Taylor & Francis

Date of Addition:

08/05/24

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Joanna Wojdon and Dorota Wiśniewska

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

History, Nonfiction, Education, Social Studies, Language Arts

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Joanna Wojdon

Edited by:

Dorota Wiśniewska