The study of history has dramatically changed in recent decades. "History in Practice" explores the breadth of this cognitive field, its complex nature, and the tasks it entails.

For the new edition of her book, Ludmila Giordanova has revised her important and widely used book while adding a new chapter that takes into account completely recent events. It addresses the role of the internet, globalization, global history, and engages with the enthusiasm currently observed for military history. (From the presentation on the back cover of the book)

“A bold and provocative book.” (The Times Literary Supplement)

“One of the most inspiring, sober, and human reflections in the last half of the previous century on the practice of history and its cultural significance.” (History)

“This book achieves what I thought was impossible in this saturated field. It says something that is fresh, stimulating, and prompts thought. It is a significant contribution to the current discourse on the nature of history.” (Patrick Finney, Lecturer in History, University of Wales, Lampeter)

“A major and profound work on the nature of the study of history and historiography. No other author has addressed this subject in the same way. He writes with equal ease about the history of society, high politics, economics, and science, while demonstrating a brilliant understanding of the diversity of spirit and methods that characterize philosophy, sociology, anthropology, and how these influence history.” (Ronald Hutton, Professor of History, University of Bristol)