“Too rigid specialization is almost as bad for a historian's mind, and for his ultimate reputation, as too early an indulgence in broad generalization and synthesis.Quote by Samuel E MorisonTopics: Quotes about Samuel E MorisonShare on:FacebookPinterestWhatsApp
Historical methodology, as I see it, is a product of common sense applied to circumstances.#Samuel E Morison
With honesty of purpose, balance, a respect for tradition, courage, and, above all, a philosophy...#Samuel E Morison
Throughout this evolution from left to right, Beard always detested war. Hence his writings were...#Samuel E Morison
Intellectual honesty is the quality that the public in free countries always has expected of...#Historians
Yet enthusiasm is no excuse for the historian going off balance. He should remind the...#Samuel E Morison
Courses on historical methodology are not worth the time that they take up. I shall...#Samuel E Morison
