Edward Potts Cheyney

An Introduction to the Industrial and Social History of England

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 372
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 522g
• ISBN-13: 9781021236128
• ISBN-10: 1021236128
• Artikelnr.: 68924776

Autorenporträt

Edward Potts Cheyney (1861-1947) was an American historian and educator, whose scholarly contributions primarily encompass English and European history with an emphasis on social and industrial developments. Cheyney's academic journey led him to study at the University of Pennsylvania where he obtained his B.A. in 1883, followed by advanced studies at Harvard and the University of Berlin, reflecting the international and multifaceted nature of his scholarly pursuits. Cheyney's dedication to academia was manifested through his position at the University of Pennsylvania, where he served as a professor from 1899 until his retirement in 1934. His extensive expertise in English history is best encapsulated in his seminal work, 'An Introduction to the Industrial and Social History of England' (1901), which has been widely recognized for its comprehensive analysis of England's transformation during the industrial revolution. Cheyney's literary style is characterized by meticulous research and a chronological approach to historical writing, making complex periods of history accessible to students and readers. His contributions to the field of history have been instrumental in shaping the understanding of England's socio-economic development during the industrial era, and his work continues to be a valuable reference for scholars and history enthusiasts alike.