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Eric Hobsbawm
AuthorBooks · Second hand1917-2012
Eric John Ernest Hobsbawm was a British historian of the rise of industrial capitalism, socialism and nationalism. His best-known works include his tetralogy about what he called the "long 19th century" and the "short 20th century", and an edited volume that introduced the influential idea of "invented traditions". He was a life-long Marxist, and his socio-political convictions influenced the character of his work.
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Birth
1917
Death
2012
First book
1959
Years writing
67
Born in Alexandria, Eric Hobsbawm became one of the most influential British historians of the 20th century.
His prolific career spanned over 200 works, establishing him as a leading authority in social and economic history.
Beyond academia, Hobsbawm stood out for his work as a music journalist, showcasing his boundless intellectual curiosity.
His famous tetralogy on modern history, including 'The Age of Revolution', is essential reading for understanding the contemporary world.
As a Marxist historian, he dedicated his life to analyzing the tensions of socialism and the major political shifts of his time.