History of Historiography in the Modern Period

The course aims to convey an understanding of the concepts and key thematic nodes of the History of Historiography in Modern Age and the related historigraphic methodologies, also through thematic investigation proposed by the teacher. The course also aims to provide instrumental and conceptual tools suitable for historical communication, both scientific and popular.

The course aims to introduce students to the historical reflection on the History of the Historiography in Modern Age, opening them to the use of published and unpublished sources and the printed and online bibliographic tools. At the end of the course students will be able to critically read primary sources and scientific texts and develop independent reflections on the main historical and historiographical issues related to the History of Historiography in Modern Age. These skills will be acquired through a direct and continuous meeting with the teacher in the classroom. The discussion around the proposed sources will be an essential moment of critical reflection and methodological learning. Participation in meetings and seminars organized within the Department of Historical Studies will also be of great importance. Students opting not to attend the lessons will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the teacher on Ariel, deepen their knowledge of main topics through special readings with the agreement with the teacher, and contact the teacher during office hours.