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Far East

A Critique
By Stewart M. Whobrey

Abstract

The Far East, written by Paul H. Clyde and Burton F. Beers is a book containing a collection of facts and is presented in chronological and topical order starting with history in general and this history in particular. The authors begin their book with "What is history?" The answer is "In its simplest form, history is the record of things thought, said, and done. Such a definition is a useful starting point but it leaves a host of questions unanswered". (p.1) It is here that I find myself in complete agreement with the authors not just for this book but history in general as a subject.
The authors' foundation for their book is centered on the subject of history itself. However, it is at this point that I begin to have problems with analysis presented. The authors make the examination, "For those who are practically inclined, it is a principal means through which man may anticipate the future". (p.2) I think this......


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