Description
Book SynopsisAn analysis of 20th century historian Eric Hobsbawn, assessing his scholarly record and the intellectual and political journey his life represents.
Trade Review'The remarkable and prolific works of Eric Hobsbawm have gone too long without a serious critical analysis which treats them as an evolving whole. In a closely argued and highly readable account, Gregory Elliott sets out to fill this gap ... a revealing exploration' -- Justin Rosenberg, Reader in International Relations, University of Sussex
'Shrewdly and eruditely, guided by critical sympathy, Gregory Elliott provides an informative and insightful accounting of Hobsbawm and the politics he tried to uphold' -- Geoff Eley, Karl Pohrt Distinguished University Professor of Contemporary History, Department of History, University of Michigan
'Gregory Elliott's shrewd and characteristically elegant intellectual biography of Hobsbawm is a timely intervention [...] studded with judicious and sometimes stiletto-sharp criticisms' -- Red Pepper
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgements
1. Formative Experiences, Refounding Moments
2. The International and the Island Race
3. Enigmatic Variations
Conclusion: The Verdict of the World
Notes
Bibliography
Index
