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A must-read for anyone who is interested in good writing and accurate, interesting history. " About the writing of history by one of the best historians of our time. I would recommend the book to anyone who enjoys reading history. " A very good overview of how a historian does her "job" and some of the results of her work. " Quite simply, the best book about writing history, by one the best writers of history. Tuchman was a master historian! " - Rae,

It is probably the finest book written on the craft of history as an art form. " Reading this book was a requirement for one of my college history classes.

I find her historical books to be far more involving and enjoyable. " As might be expected of any contemporary essays or opinion pieces, some in this collection are still currently relevant, while others are of historical interest.