History by Numbers An Introduction to Quantitative Approaches [Hardcover]

Fully updated and carefully revised, this new 2nd edition ofHistory by Numbersstands 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.

Pat Hudsonis Emeritus Professor of History at Cardiff University, UK.

Mina Ishizuhas recently held research fellowship posts in history at Manchester University and at the London School of Economics, UK.

Foreword
1. The Prospects and Pitfalls of History by Numbers
2. The Origins and Nature of Quantitative Thinking
3. Arranging, Rearranging and Displaying Data
4. Summarising Data: Averages and Distributions
5. Time Series and Indices
6. Relationships Between Variables
7. Sampling and Significance Testing
8. Modelling History
9. Computing, the Internet and History
Glossary
Index