Description
HISTORY AND ARCHIVES
Book Summary
This work gathers a collection of academic papers exploring the intersection between Archival Science and History, offering a multidisciplinary perspective on the management, preservation, and study of documentary sources. Readers will find detailed analyses of archival organization, historical institutions, and studies from various periods, presented as a tribute to the career of Remedios Rey de las Peñas, a key figure in the organization of Huelva's documentary heritage. An essential volume for understanding the value of archives as a tool for historical research.
What is it about?
The book compiles research that addresses Archival Science and History from multiple perspectives. It is structured around studies on documentary sources, archival organization methodologies, and analyses of historical institutions from different eras. The papers examine specific cases, such as the management of municipal and provincial archives, and delve into the importance of document preservation for the reconstruction of the past. The work serves as an academic tribute to Remedios Rey de las Peñas, highlighting her legacy as director of the Provincial Council Archive of Huelva and her work in the systematization of local archives.
Main Topics
- Archival science and organization of documentary collections.
- Preservation and digitization of historical archives.
- Documentary sources for historical research.
- History of institutions and their reflection in archives.
- Management of municipal and provincial archives in Huelva.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at archival professionals, historians, researchers in documentary sciences, and undergraduate or graduate students interested in the management of documentary heritage. It will also be useful for municipal or provincial archive managers seeking methodological references and case studies on the organization and preservation of historical collections.
What this book offers
- An updated view of archival methodologies applied to historical research.
- Practical cases of organization and preservation of local and provincial archives.
- Analysis of documentary sources as a basis for historical studies of various chronologies.
- Recognition of the work of a key figure in Huelva's archival science, contextualizing her professional impact.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Rodríguez Díaz, Elena Esperanza; García Martínez, Antonio Claret
- Publisher: University of Huelva
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: ARCHIVES, PRESERVATION AND DIGITIZATION, HISTORY
- Collection: ALDINA
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: June 2020
- Number of pages: 328
- Weight: 811 g
Editorial Review
This is a reference work for specialists in archival science and local history, combining academic rigor with a practical approach to document management. The thematic diversity of the collected works and their connection to the figure of Remedios Rey de las Peñas provide added value, both for the technical content and the historical context they address. A solid and well-structured book for those looking to delve into the relationship between archives and historical memory.