Erasmo-Revista de Historia Bajomedieval y Moderna
Scope & Guideline
Championing Open Access to Historical Knowledge
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social History and Everyday Life:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of social dynamics, including the daily lives of different social groups, such as slaves, women, and marginalized communities, shedding light on their experiences and contributions. - Cultural Representations and Identity:
A significant focus is placed on cultural representations, including the portrayal of ethnic groups like gypsies and the intersection of religion and identity, which helps in understanding societal attitudes and cultural shifts. - Political and Economic Structures:
The journal investigates the political frameworks and economic practices of the time, such as taxation and governance, providing insights into the functioning of the state and its relation to society. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Utilizing diverse methodologies, including archival research, literary analysis, and historical interpretation, the journal encourages interdisciplinary scholarship that enriches the understanding of historical contexts. - Religious and Philosophical Discourse:
Exploration of theological debates, reformations, and philosophical movements during the late medieval and early modern periods, highlighting their impact on society and governance.
Trending and Emerging
- Gender and Migration Studies:
Recent publications emphasize the roles of women in migration and societal transitions, indicating a growing interest in gender studies within historical contexts and their implications for understanding societal changes. - Crisis and Resilience in Urban Contexts:
The examination of disasters and misfortunes in urban settings highlights an emerging trend to study how communities respond to crises, providing valuable insights into resilience and adaptation. - Religious Conflicts and Reformations:
The increasing focus on the Reformation, including theological disputes and their societal impacts, signifies a renewed interest in how religious transformations shaped social structures and identities. - Local Histories and Geohistorical Studies:
There is a rising trend towards examining local histories and geohistorical sources, which allows for a more nuanced understanding of regional differences and their roles in broader historical narratives.
Declining or Waning
- Military History and Academia:
Research focusing on military academies and the transition of military roles has seen a decrease, possibly indicating a shift towards more socio-cultural topics rather than institutional studies. - Art and Architecture Studies:
Although still of interest, detailed studies on specific artistic movements and architectural styles during the early modern period appear less frequently, suggesting a waning focus on purely aesthetic evaluations. - Humanist Literature:
The exploration of humanist texts and their impact on the Renaissance has diminished, which may reflect a broader trend towards direct social and political histories over literary analysis.
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