Hello everyone, I am currently an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in the economics field.

However, I will be graduating later than the original graduation date (which was supposed to be in 2025, but now I will be graduating in 2027). I do not think economics has been my strongest field, as evidenced by performance which could have been better. I have also found myself immersed in history (I've liked history in high school and pre-university studies), unlike economics where I feel as if I have to force myself to be someone I'm not in order to enjoy it. With history, I can find myself being immersed in it. I watched some lectures (though not fully) and I never experienced that with any of econs related lectures.

I find myself wanting to go into history (Master's and perhaps PhD) and perhaps pursue a career in academia there, but I know that chances are extremely slim (as it most likely is for other academia fields). I am wondering what makes it worth it for someone to pursue history at Master's level and also PhD level. For those who took up further studies at these levels, what were the most challenging aspects and what were the most rewarding aspects? What do you think makes a perfect candidate for those who want to pursue a Master's and PhD in History? What does your day-to-day look like? Do you have any advice for someone like me? Additionally, what are some career options outside of academia that are attainable with Master's and PhD in History? I am personally looking into doing my own history related research for my CV after my research deadline for my degree in December...

Thank you so much and hope all of you have a great rest of your week.

Hi Reddit historians,

I've recently been personally convinced that games were likely part of forming traditional oral stories; however, much of the literature I've read mentions improvisation vaguely (as part of the telling), but little is said about how it was formed. There also seems to be this idea that there is a 'teller' and an 'audience', but little is said about the role of the audience beyond listening. I remain convinced that there was likely more interaction than documented, but I've really struggled to find sources (aside from a note on word play games influencing oral storytelling in Scotland and Sumerian call and responses-- but that's not a scholarly source).

Would anyone be able to point me towards some sources?

Hi all, I’m currently working on a paper and I’m trying to find a good book that covers everyday life in Mexico during the Porfiriato or the late 19th century in general. I’ve been seeing different books on google but can’t really make up my mind. The book can be in Spanish or English, and ideally would be available to order online either in the US or Mexico.
Thanks! :)