The author's point of view if often a political position or a specific attitude towars a given issue as the way he presents information suggest it.
Knowing the difference between subjective and objective information is important to determine wether the author's point is worthy and well structured. In social studies, like history, or sociology, sometimes perspectives stem from a point of view. We distinguish points of view from propaganda or idieology. When we present accurate information we need to recognize if our personal inclinations and views are influencing strongly the research or the style of the text we present. Then we can determine if the text can be legitimated or validated in academy.
