Annaliste School

The Annales School is a historical movement that emerged in France in the early 20th century, focusing on long-term social, economic, and environmental factors that shape history, rather than just political events and notable figures. It emphasizes the importance of "la longue durée," or the long duration, highlighting how cultural and social structures evolve over time. This approach contrasts with cyclical theories of history, which suggest history repeats in cycles. Instead, the Annales School promotes understanding history as a complex interplay of various factors, revealing deeper trends and patterns that influence societies over centuries.