The Cambridge Histories is a globally respected series of over 400 volumes spanning fifteen subject areas across the humanities and social sciences, with a concentration on political and cultural history, literature, philosophy, religious studies, music and the arts. The Cambridge Histories present history as a continuous and evolutionary process, offering a big-picture perspective in each subject area. While the series began publication in 1902, all current articles reflect modern and contemporary analysis and perspectives. The Cambridge Histories Online present the complete series as searchable and downloadable PDF chapters.
