I have never been an orthodox historian, much less at the present time. I approach history with a combination of radical empiricism, existentialism, and incomprehension, and I am completely opposed to the postmodern combination of nihilism, preciosity, and political correctness. I believe that it is possible to enter into the mentality of individuals, whereas I do not believe that it is possible to enter into the mind of the universe. I do not judge. I believe that historians who claim to answer questions that history cannot answer are deluding both themselves and those who listen to them.
- “A Young Person’s Guide to Global Historiography”
collection of essays almost completed - Louis XIV’s Decision to accept the will of Carlos II
- “L’Histoire surprenante des manuscrits du Testament Politique du Cardinal de Richelieu“
See CV
Courses Taught:
- History 4B
History of Western Civilization: 1000-1715 - History 129A
History of Europe: 1618-1648 - History 129B
History of Europe 1648-1685 - History 129 C
History of Europe: 1685-1715 - History 129D
History of Europe: 1715-1763 - History 129E
History of Europe: 1763-1789 - History 129F
History of Europe: 1789-1815 - History 129Q
- History 202
Historiography