GESCHICHTE UND GESELLSCHAFT

Scope & Guideline

Fostering Dialogue at the Intersection of Time and Language

Introduction

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LanguageGerman
ISSN0340-613x
PublisherVANDENHOECK & RUPRECHT GMBH & CO KG
Support Open AccessNo
CountryGermany
TypeJournal
Converge1982, 1985, 1988, from 1999 to 2012, from 2014 to 2023
AbbreviationGESCH GES / Gesch. Ges.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressVIENNA UNIV PRESS, ROBERT BOSCH BREITE 6, D-37079 GOTTINGEN, GERMANY

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'GESCHICHTE UND GESELLSCHAFT' is dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of history and society, focusing on the interactions between historical narratives and social structures. It emphasizes a nuanced exploration of emotions, identities, and cultural dynamics in various historical contexts, particularly in the German-speaking world.
  1. Histories of Emotions:
    The journal explores how emotions have shaped historical events and personal experiences, delving into narratives from soldiers, letters, and memoirs.
  2. Social Historical Perspectives:
    A consistent focus on sociological approaches to historical study, examining how social structures and historical context influence individual and collective identities.
  3. Interdisciplinary Methodologies:
    The journal employs a blend of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including ethnography, discourse analysis, and digital humanities, to enrich historical understanding.
  4. Cultural Memory and Identity:
    Investigating how collective memory and cultural narratives influence contemporary identities, particularly in relation to German history and its postcolonial implications.
  5. Political and Economic Histories:
    Analysis of political movements and economic conditions, particularly in the context of East and West Germany, and their implications for social dynamics.
Recent publications in 'GESCHICHTE UND GESELLSCHAFT' highlight several emerging themes that reflect current scholarly interests and societal concerns. These trends indicate a shift towards more interdisciplinary and socially engaged historical research.
  1. Emotional Histories:
    There is a growing emphasis on the study of emotions within historical contexts, examining how emotional experiences shape individual and collective identities.
  2. Interdisciplinary Approaches to History:
    The integration of sociology, anthropology, and digital humanities into historical research is becoming increasingly prominent, reflecting a broader trend towards interdisciplinary scholarship.
  3. Postcolonial Perspectives:
    Emerging themes focus on postcolonial critiques of historical narratives, particularly concerning German colonialism and its legacies, reflecting contemporary discussions on race and identity.
  4. Digital Humanities and Historical Analysis:
    The application of digital tools and methodologies is on the rise, allowing for innovative ways to analyze historical data and engage with new sources.
  5. Social Structures and Agency:
    A trend towards exploring the agency of marginalized groups within historical narratives is evident, emphasizing the role of individuals and communities in shaping history.

Declining or Waning

While 'GESCHICHTE UND GESELLSCHAFT' has maintained a strong focus on various historical and sociological themes, certain areas of research appear to be diminishing in prominence. This may reflect shifts in scholarly interest or broader societal changes.
  1. Traditional Political Histories:
    There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on traditional political histories, as the journal increasingly emphasizes emotional and social dimensions over purely political narratives.
  2. Colonial Studies in Isolation:
    Research on colonial histories that do not engage with contemporary issues, such as postcolonial theory or current social dynamics, seems to be receiving less attention.
  3. Static Analyses of Gender Roles:
    While gender studies remain a focus, analyses that treat gender roles as fixed or static rather than dynamic and context-dependent are less frequently published.
  4. Narrow Economic Analyses:
    Papers that focus exclusively on economic metrics without integrating social or emotional factors are appearing less frequently, suggesting a shift towards more holistic approaches.
  5. Historical Methodologies Less Emphasizing Digital Tools:
    As the journal embraces digital history, traditional methodologies that do not incorporate digital tools or contemporary analytical frameworks are declining.

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