"Europe and the People Without History"

"Europe and the People Without History" by Eric Wolf challenges the traditional view that history is mainly about Europeans' achievements, describing non-European societies as lacking history. Instead, Wolf argues these societies have their own complex histories and structures, often ignored or marginalized. The book emphasizes that global history is interconnected; European dominance was built through the exploitation of diverse peoples and cultures worldwide. It encourages a broader perspective, recognizing the active roles and histories of all societies, rather than viewing non-Europeans as passive or without significant historical agency.