Istoriya-Elektronnyi Nauchno-Obrazovatelnyi Zhurnal
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge Across Borders in the Humanities
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Historical Research:
The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating insights from sociology, anthropology, economics, and political science to enrich historical analysis. - Focus on Russian History:
A significant portion of the journal's content explores Russian history, including its imperial, Soviet, and post-Soviet phases, highlighting the complexities and transformations within Russian society. - Cultural and Religious Studies:
The journal investigates cultural and religious dimensions of history, examining how these factors shape identities and societal structures across different epochs. - International Relations and Diplomacy:
A core area of focus is the study of international relations, particularly Russia's diplomatic history and its geopolitical strategies within various historical contexts. - Methodological Innovations in History:
The journal encourages methodological advancements in historical research, showcasing innovative approaches such as digital history, quantitative analysis, and comparative studies. - Emphasis on Primary Sources:
There is a strong commitment to the use of primary sources, encouraging scholars to engage with archival materials and original documents to support their research.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Humanities and Technology in History:
There is a growing emphasis on digital humanities, with articles exploring how technology influences historical research, including the use of digital archives and data analysis. - Post-Colonial Studies:
Emerging themes in post-colonial studies reflect a shift towards understanding the legacies of colonialism and the complexities of identity in formerly colonized nations. - Environmental History:
A rising interest in environmental history has emerged, focusing on the interactions between society and the environment throughout history, addressing climate change and sustainability. - Public History and Memory Studies:
The journal is increasingly publishing works on public history and memory studies, examining how history is represented in public discourse and collective memory. - Transnational and Global History:
There is a notable trend towards transnational and global history approaches, exploring connections and interactions across borders, reflecting the complexities of globalization.
Declining or Waning
- Colonial Studies:
The interest in colonial studies has waned, particularly as newer themes such as post-colonialism and global history have gained traction, leading to a reduced focus on traditional colonial narratives. - Military History:
Although military history remains a component of the journal's publications, there has been a noticeable decline in the volume of articles dedicated solely to military conflicts, as scholars increasingly explore broader social and cultural contexts. - Local History:
Research concentrating on local history, while still relevant, has become less frequent as the journal shifts towards more global and transnational perspectives. - Economic History:
The focus on economic history has diminished, with fewer articles exploring economic systems and practices, as the journal's scope expands to include more cultural and social dimensions of history. - Historical Biographies:
The trend of publishing detailed historical biographies has decreased, as the journal's contributors prioritize thematic studies over individual narratives.
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