The Professor and the Fossil - Maurice Samuel - Bog

The Professor and the Fossil: Some Observations on Arnold J. Toynbee's A Study of History by Maurice Samuel is a critical analysis of Arnold J. Toynbee's magnum opus, A Study of History. Toynbee's work is considered a landmark in the field of history, and Samuel's book offers a unique perspective on it. Samuel, a professor of English literature, examines Toynbee's theories and ideas, and provides his own insights into the work. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of Toynbee's work, while the second part offers Samuel's critique of it. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers. Overall, The Professor and the Fossil is a valuable addition to the literature on A Study of History and is an essential read for anyone interested in the field of history.This is a new release of the original 1956 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.