History by Numbers An Introduction to Quantitative Approaches 2nd Edition by Pat Hudson 9781849665735 1849665737

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• ISBN 10: 1849665737
• ISBN 13: 9781849665735
• Author:  Pat Hudson 

Fully updated and carefully revised, this new 2nd edition of History by Numbers stands alone as the only textbook on quantitative methods suitable for students of history. Even the numerically challenged will find inspiration. Taking a problem-solving approach and using authentic historical data, it describes each method in turn, including its origin, purpose, usefulness and associated pitfalls. The problems are developed gradually and with narrative skill, allowing readers to experience the moment of discovery for each of the interpretative outcomes. Quantitative methods are essential for the modern historian, and this lively and accessible text will prove an invaluable guide for anyone entering the discipline.

Table contents:

CHAPTER 1 THE PROSPECTS AND PITFALLS OF HISTORY BY NUMBERS

CHAPTER 2 THE ORIGINS AND NATURE OF QUANTITATIVE THINKING

CHAPTER 3 ARRANGING, REARRANGING AND DISPLAYING DATA

CHAPTER 4 SUMMARIZING DATA: AVERAGES AND DISTRIBUTIONS

CHAPTER 5 TIME SERIES AND INDICES

CHAPTER 6 RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN VARIABLES

CHAPTER 7 SAMPLING AND SIGNIFICANCE TESTING

CHAPTER 8 ECONOMIC HISTORY AND ECONOMETRIC HISTORY

CHAPTER 9 HISTORICAL RESEARCH, COMPUTING AND THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION

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