The book “Historiografi Umum” by Dr. Wahyu Iryana, S.Hum., M.Ag., provides a comprehensive discussion of the development of historiography across different eras, from ancient Greek and Roman historiography to the historiography of Indonesia. It explores how historical writing has evolved over time, blending cultural, philosophical, and methodological perspectives.
Definition of Historiography
Etymologically, “historiography” derives from the Greek words historia (inquiry into natural phenomena) and graphien (depiction or description). Over time, historia came to signify a chronological study of human actions in the past. Historiography, as a discipline, focuses on analyzing historical works that have been passed down through generations, examining their structure, methodology, and narrative style.
Content of the Book
This book presents a sequence of historiographical traditions, starting from the Greco-Roman period to modern scientific historical writing. It also delves into Islamic historiography and the historiography of Indonesia, offering valuable insights into these traditions. The text is designed to be flexible for readers; they can explore chapters in any order without losing the coherence of the overarching themes.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Development of Western Historiography
3. Classical Greek Historiography
4. Classical Roman Historiography
5. Early Christian Historiography
6. Medieval Historiography
7. The Rise of Historical Rationalism
8. Romanticism in Historical Writing
9. Analytical Study of William Robertson’s Works
10. Scientific Perspective in Historical Writing
11. Historiography of Civilization and Culture
12. Historical Writing in Muslim Societies
13. Western Scholars on Indonesian History
14. Indonesian Historiography
Highlights
The book is designed as an accessible yet detailed resource for readers interested in understanding how historiography has shaped human understanding of the past. While maintaining a chronological structure, the text encourages readers to explore topics that most resonate with their interests.
Publication Details
Publisher: Yrama Widya
Publication Year: 2019
Pages: 218
ISBN: 978-623-205-065-5
Price: IDR 51,000 (available both offline and online)
For availability, especially at Widya Utama Publishers in Bandung, readers can directly contact the publisher or visit nearby bookstores.
