Discussion entre Cécile Vast, Étienne Anheim et Anne Simonin

The discussion provides valuable insights into Marc Bloch’s work and the history of the Annales school, drawing on primary sources and archival research. The speakers demonstrate deep knowledge of the subject, referencing specific documents and correspondence. The argumentation is generally solid, with nuanced interpretations of Bloch’s relationship with Febvre and the challenges of the journal. However, the format of a round-table discussion limits the depth of analysis, and some points are made briefly without full development. The sources cited are not explicitly listed, but the speakers mention archival materials and published works, such as Bloch’s articles in the Cahiers politiques and the correspondence. The discussion is rigorous in its use of evidence, but the lack of formal citations makes it difficult to verify all claims. The title accurately reflects the content, and the discussion is well-structured, though it assumes some prior knowledge of the topic. Overall, the video is a valuable resource for those interested in historiography and the intellectual history of the Annales school.

The title accurately describes the content: a discussion among three historians.

7/10

Discussion among academic historians, based on primary sources and archival research, but limited by the format (round table) and the absence of formal citations.

Markers derived by PSI from the transcript: the creator did not define chapters.

• 00:00Introduction and first question about Bloch's relation to national history.
• 02:00Discussion of Bloch's comparative approach and the national framework.
• 05:00Analysis of Febvre's phrase 'mon pays' and its interpretation.
• 08:00Discussion of Bloch's personality and his austerity.
• 10:00Anecdote about Bloch's proposal for a pseudonymous review.
• 12:00Question about the role of book reviews in the Annales.
• 14:00Statistics on Bloch's contributions: 82 articles, 1600 reviews.
• 16:00Discussion of the impact of the occupation on the journal and the property issues.
• 18:00Question about the reception of the Annales in the 1930s.

• Cahiers politiques (1943-1944) — Mentioned as containing Bloch's article 'Pour une révolution de l'enseignement'.
• Gallica (BnF) — Mentioned as a source for accessing Bloch's texts.
• Correspondance between Bloch and Febvre — Referenced for insights into their relationship and the journal's management.

• Marc Bloch: A Life in History by Carole Fink — Provides a comprehensive biography of Bloch, aligning with the discussion's portrayal.

• Some interpretations of Febvre's phrase 'mon pays' — The discussion challenges the view that Febvre's phrase was exclusionary, offering a more nuanced reading.