De longue durée
Example: Les archives de longue durée sont essentielles pour étudier l'histoire.
Definition
"De longue durée" refers to a historical approach focusing on long-term structures and processes that span extensive periods, rather than short-term events. It emphasizes enduring social, economic, and cultural patterns influencing history over centuries.
Etymology
The phrase "de longue durée" originates from French, literally meaning 'of long duration.' It was popularized in historical studies by the Annales School, emphasizing analysis beyond immediate events. Did you know? It shifted historical focus to deep and slow-moving trends.
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