"Because The Past Shapes The Present, a just understanding of the past is important for any individual, society, or church. Here is wise and practical advice for those wanting to write history for others about how to do it well." David Bebbington, Professor of History, University of Stirling<BR><BR>"Trueman's cogent and engaging approach to historiography provides significant examples of problems faced by historians and the kinds of fallacies frequently encountered in historical argumentation. True-man steers a clear path between problematic and overdrawn conclusions on the one hand and claims of utter objectivity on the other. He offers a combination of careful historical analysis coupled with an understanding of the logical and argumentative pitfalls to which historians are liable that is a service-to the field and should provide a useful guide to beginning researchers." Richard Muller, P. J. Zondervan Professor of Historical Theology, Calvin Theological Seminary