Analyzes Thomas More's book "History of King Richard III." (AM)

The author surveys the development of modern historical studies stressing the role of the historian and his milieu in the writing of history. (Author/RM)

Presents an analysis of the three periods of active interest in the German Peasant Revolt of 1524-26. Interpretive issues in the writings from the periods immediately surrounding the event, the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and after 1960 are considered. (AM)

The author demonstrates how historians themselves can create myths. Emphasis is placed on mythical divisions in European history created by historians. The need for a broader concept of Europe is outlined. (DE)

Many sources describing Thomas More's life mention his second wife Alice very little, and scholars who do mention her usually do so in an unflattering way. Reasons why are examined. There is much that can be said about Alice that is flattering. Alice's positive traits are discussed. (RM)

Suggests that studying collective biographies for political history provides a means of analyzing the behavior, experience and character of many different groups. The approach improves the historian's sensitivity to the majority of historical actors and significantly expands understanding of individuals. (Author/KC)

Discusses the lack of consistent accuracy about historical figures in Chaucer's "Monk's Tale." The story of Nero fishing in the Tiber with golden nets is corroborated by many other ancient and medieval authors; however, the reference to Julius Caesar as being of lowly birth is peculiar only to Chaucer and a few medieval English authors.…

The author examines how Asian political leaders are attempting to develop a set of unified shared beliefs among their populace. The task of the historian in promoting this cultural heritage is examined. (DE)

Discusses back-to-basics emphasis on writing skills and describes thematic approach of a five-week session for high school seniors with little writing experience. Student pre- and posttest essays are appended. (KC)

Several interpretations of and schools of thought on the causes and meanings of the Revolutionary War are explored in this article. (JR)

Using as a case study an early nineteenth century philosopher and social anarchist named Josiah Warren, the article describes methods used to investigate a historical personage about whom little is written and much of what is written is contradictory. (Author/DB)

By restructuring the sequence in which American history is taught so that classes proceed from the present to the past, secondary students in the Backward History Project have learned history more effectively and have been more interested and involved than in standard classes. The philosophy underlying this change is discussed. (IS)