THE DEATH OF THE PAST
by J.H. Plumb
Published by The History Book Club. 1st thus. 1969
Very good condition. This book is based on the Saponsnekow Lectures the author gave in the City College, New York, in 1968. J.H. Plumb investigates the way that humankind has moulded the past to give sanction to their institutions of government, their social structure and morality. The past has also been called upon to explain the nature of our destiny in order both to strengthen the objectives of society and to reconcile us to our lot. Blue cloth boards, gilt titles. 153 pages including index.
Spine faded and has a slight lean (through use). Light foxing to text block, endpapers and prelims. Inscription in ink to front endpaper. Else contents clean.
Stock no. 1831329
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