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Minutes to Midnight: History and the Anthropocene Era from 1763

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Minutes to Midnight: History and the Anthropocene Era from 1763
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul Dukes
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:166
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreWorld history
ISBN/Barcode 9780857287809
ClassificationsDewey:909.82
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Anthem Press
Imprint Anthem Press
Publication Date 1 May 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The book examines the evolution of the predicament symbolised by the setting of the Doomsday Clock at a few minutes to midnight in the context of the Anthropocene Era from 1763, making special reference to the study of history throughout the period. It seeks to demonstrate the necessity for history as science, while pointing out the inadequacy of some previous approaches. It argues for a pandisciplinary approach to today's crisis.

Author Biography

Born in Wallington, Surrey in 1934, Paul Dukes has history degrees from Cambridge, 1954, Washington, 1956 and London, 1964. He has been associated with Aberdeen University since 1964, with visiting appointments at Auckland and Cornell. He is the author of a wide range of publications on Russian, European and world history.

Reviews

'The clarity of Dukes's contentions, coupled with his crystalline writing style, allows readers to grasp the multifaceted points with thought-provoking ease. Indispensable for students of historiography and historical methodology. Highly recommended.' -M. J. C. Taylor, Paine College, 'Choice'