Journal of Early American History
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Foundations of a Nation
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Colonial and Revolutionary Studies:
The journal extensively covers the colonial period and the American Revolution, analyzing the political, social, and economic factors that influenced these historical moments. - Transatlantic Connections:
It emphasizes the interconnectedness between the Americas and Europe, exploring how transatlantic exchanges—cultural, economic, and political—shaped early American identities and experiences. - Social Histories and Marginalized Voices:
The journal seeks to highlight the experiences of marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, and enslaved individuals, providing a more inclusive understanding of early American history. - Environmental and Material Culture:
Research that examines the environmental factors and material cultures of the early Americas, including plantation economies and the effects of colonization on landscapes, is a significant focus. - Global Perspectives:
By considering the global context of early American history, the journal addresses how global events and movements influenced local developments in the Americas.
Trending and Emerging
- Environmental History:
Recent publications indicate a growing interest in environmental history, examining how natural landscapes and ecological factors influenced human activities and societal developments in early America. - Cultural and Social History:
There is an increasing focus on cultural exchanges, social practices, and everyday life in early America, highlighting the importance of these factors in shaping historical narratives. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Emerging themes show a trend towards interdisciplinary research that combines history with fields such as literature, anthropology, and cultural studies, allowing for richer analyses of early American experiences. - Transnational Perspectives:
Studies that adopt transnational approaches, examining the interconnected histories of different regions and peoples, are gaining traction, reflecting a shift towards understanding early America in a broader global context. - Race and Identity:
The journal is seeing an uptick in research that critically engages with themes of race, identity, and their implications in early American history, reflecting contemporary societal conversations and historiographical shifts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Political History:
There appears to be a waning emphasis on traditional political history, particularly narratives focused solely on elite figures and conventional political events, as scholars increasingly seek to incorporate broader social and cultural contexts. - Eurocentric Narratives:
Research centered exclusively on Eurocentric perspectives is becoming less prominent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes studies that incorporate diverse viewpoints and experiences from various cultural backgrounds. - Static Historical Interpretations:
There is a noticeable decline in papers that offer static interpretations of historical events without engaging with contemporary debates or new theoretical frameworks, as the journal encourages innovative and dynamic scholarship.
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