Articles related to "Primary And Secondary Sources"



Different Uses of Primary and Secondary Sources
Different types of sources have different uses when writing historical nonfiction.
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No Eyewitnesses: A Historical Difficulty
No eyewitness accounts of Arthur's exploits are available. That's why it's so difficult to find the historical truth.
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Researching Nonfiction
How to use the Internet to aid in research for nonfiction writing, including locating primary sources on the Web.
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Evaluating Genealogy Sources
The value of genealogical information can vary within a historical record. Here are guidelines on primary vs secondary, original vs derivative categories.
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Find Your Family Tree - Basic Genealogy Terms
Here are definitions of basic genealogy terms for the beginning family tree researcher, including vital records, pedigrees, primary sources, parish records, census.
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Crassus Part 1/2
Marcus Licinius Crassus, 1st century BC Roman businessman and politician. Part 1: Crassus v. Spartacus
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Crassus Part 2/2
Marcus Licinius Crassus, 1st century BC Roman businessman and politician. Part 2: Crassus in Parthia
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How to Write a Critical Paper
Learn step-by-step how to construct academic essays that follow critical approach requirements.
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How to Find Medieval Primary Sources
Primary sources are extremely important in medieval research, but very hard to find. With the help of the Internet and a few choice websites primary sources can be found.
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Is Paraphrasing Plagiarism?
Paraphrasing as such is not plagiarism. Paraphrases must, however, adhere to certain standards. Read the following article to find out what they are.
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Book Review: The Daughter of Time
Richard III, king of England from 1483-1485, is possibly the most-maligned monarch of history. Accused by Tudor and traditionalist "historians" of murdering his nephews, poisoning his wife, and wanting to marry his niece, the traditional image of him went nearly unchallenged until Josephine Tey published <I>The Daughter of Time</I>, which presents a well-reasoned rebuttal of the long-accepted "facts."
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Comparative Irish Historians
A look at Padraig Lenihan and Tadhg O'hAnnrachain's discussion of the Irish Confederate War, including outside influence, strategy and other topics.
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Genealogy Records-Common Problems
Problems include language, knowledge, misinformation, transcription and time. For worthwhile genealogy research, evaluate each source record to determine reliability.
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God's War by Christopher Tyerman
A review of God's War: A New History of the Crusades by Christopher Tyerman.
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The Battle of Hastings Book Review
A fascinating account of the Battle of Hastings and its two most important opponents; William of Normandy and King Harold of England.
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Browsing the Compleat Middle-Earth Library
The study of J.R.R. Tolkien's life and works is an ever-expanding field. Here is a road-map for readers new and old to help them navigate their way through the winding paths of Tolkiendom.
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Charlemagne – Book Review
'Charlemagne, The Formation of a European Identity' is a major new study of the rule of Charlemagne, using both contemporary and secondary sources.
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Comparative Irish History
A look at Irish historians James Scott Wheeler and James Burke understanding of the Irish Confederate War of the 17th Century including strategy and military leaders.
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Fashion and Cars Through the Decades Lesson
Students can learn the proper way to complete research and learn about popular culture through the decades.
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Fighting For The Cross Book Review
A book which explores the reality of what it was like to fight in the Crusades of 1095- 1291 and looks at the people involved.
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How To Select Scholarly Sources
The crafting of an academic paper demands utmost consideration of the types of reference materials used in research that are ultimately cited in the completed work.
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Is Wikipedia a Reliable Research Tool?
The debate over Wikipedia's accuracy continues, pitting learned academics against 21st-century students who desire to get answers fast.
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School Project: Autobiography
A guide for parents on how to help their child write an autobiography or do a family tree project for school.
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The Fears of Henry IV by Ian Mortimer
With The Fears of Henry IV Ian Mortimer has produced a detailed biography and, in doing so, has succeeded in rehabilitating the character of an important English king.
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The Princes in the Tower Review
A reconstruction of the events surrounding the mysterious disappearance of two princes in the Tower of London.
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How to Research a History Paper
A good undergraduate history paper begins with credible sources. This guide will explore finding, evaluating, and choosing sources upon which to build a solid paper.
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Review: Nazi Germany and the Jews
Before World War II, Jews in Nazi Germany suffered a resurge in anti-Semitism. Author Saul Friedlander offers an objective account in his book.
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Starting a Small Business in a Tough Economy
Thomas Woolway, the Senior Vice President and Regional Manager of Torrey Pines Bank's Carmel Valley Office, discusses how the current economy affects small businesses.
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Teaching History Through Mysteries
Historical mysteries bring history alive in the social studies classroom. Learning about the unknown in our past helps make learning fun and engaging.
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