I actually studied history for many years, but lately, my “studying” has been watching specials on the History Channel. While they are interesting and informative, I’m always wondering what they are missing, since those programs are never complete in their treatment, and are generally very, well, general. And talk about biased!
So, this year, I want to read history again. Maybe branch out of the Renaissance (which is what I studied when I was a girl and during my BA) into the 19th century or the dark ages/ancient periods. Greek and Roman history sounds more interesting than it did years ago. I want to read original sources. As I wrote in an entry for one of my other “things”, I can shop my books and come up with a few great sources. Plus the stuff I’ve been reading on early American history (Constitutional convention stuff).
I need a bit more of an impetus to get off my butt. So I’m going to pick up some of these books and get them going. I can do this!
