It's easier to understand the essay's
definition of history if you just apply to an
example. Himmler has a dysfunction
childhood. His childhood made him who
he was. His position shaped many
childhoods. Griffin says, "Whatever is a
cause is also an effect" (350). Himmler's
position is the cause of many ruined
childhoods. His position is also the effect
of his own dysfunction childhood. Can
you think of any other examples that you
can apply Griffin's definition to?