History and Morality

In History and Morality, Donald Bloxham challenges the notion that historians should remain purely objective, arguing instead that making value judgments about the past is often necessary and meaningful. Drawing on diverse historical examples and his own experience as a historian, he explores how moral considerations influence historical work and advocates for more deliberate reflection on the justifications behind such judgments. The book highlights the significance of these judgments not only for understanding history itself but also for shaping contemporary identities and moral perspectives.