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Theories of History: Cyclical View of History Linear View of History Economic View of History

This document outlines three theories of history: the cyclical view, linear view, and economic view. The cyclical view sees history as repeating cycles. The linear view sees history as progressive and moving in one direction according to a plan. The economic view sees economic factors as the primary determinant of historical changes and developments. Examples of prominent thinkers associated with each view are also provided.

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Theories of History: Cyclical View of History Linear View of History Economic View of History

This document outlines three theories of history: the cyclical view, linear view, and economic view. The cyclical view sees history as repeating cycles. The linear view sees history as progressive and moving in one direction according to a plan. The economic view sees economic factors as the primary determinant of historical changes and developments. Examples of prominent thinkers associated with each view are also provided.

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  • Cyclical View of History: Explores the concept of cyclical history, highlighting how historical events are seen to repeat over time, with references to key historical figures.
  • Linear View of History: Discusses the linear perspective of history, emphasizing a continuous forward progression without repetition, supported by philosophical views.
  • Economic View of History: Analyzes the economic interpretation of history, focusing on how economic factors shape societal structures and historical progression.

Theories of History

Cyclical View of History

Linear View of History

Economic View of History


 Cyclical View of History

Defined as repeating cycles of events was put


forward in academic world in the 19th century in
Historiography.

 A cyclical view of history stems from the histories of


the greeks. The Greek thought that events recurred
on a regular basis
 Cyclical View of History
HERODUTUS (484-424 BCE)

THUCYDIDES (460-404 BC)

 PETRACH (1304-1374)

 MACHIAVELLI (1469-15270)

 ARNOLD TOYNBEEE (1884-1874) and OSWALD


SPENGLER (1880-1936)
 Linear View of History
 The Linear View of History consist of notions of fate.
That there is a plan for everyone and each individual
plan is propelled toward the “ end ”.

 The Linear point of view is most often adopted “


God's View ”.

 The Linear View of History implies the acceptance or


subcription to linear time. It views that history is
progressive, moving forward and not having a
cyclical return.
 Linear View of History

AUGUSTINE (350-430 BCE)

VOLTAIRE (1694-1788)

MARXIST

H.G WELLS (1866-1946)


 Economic View of History
 the study of economies or economic phenomena of
the past.

 The economic view sees economic factors as the


most important deteminant of history. The production
and exchange of goods and services is the bases of
all social structures and processes. The economic
factor is the foundation for the superstructure of
culture and government.
 Economic View of History

KARL MARX (1818-1883)

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