Journal of Global History
Scope & Guideline
Charting the Course of Humanity's Shared Past.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Global Interconnections:
The journal emphasizes the study of global interconnectedness, exploring how different regions and cultures have influenced each other throughout history. - Economic History:
A strong focus on economic processes, including trade, capitalism, and colonialism, is prevalent, examining their impacts on global historical developments. - Cultural Exchange:
Research on cultural exchanges and the diffusion of ideas, practices, and technologies is highlighted, showcasing how cultures interact over time. - Political History:
The journal also investigates political movements, ideologies, and the evolution of governmental systems in a global context. - Decolonization and Postcolonial Studies:
A critical examination of decolonization processes and their repercussions on national identities and global relations is a core area of focus. - Environmental History:
The environmental impacts of historical events and the role of climate and geography in shaping global histories are increasingly addressed.
Trending and Emerging
- Globalization and Its Impacts:
There is a growing focus on globalization, particularly regarding its economic, social, and cultural impacts across different regions and time periods. - Transnational Movements:
Research on transnational movements, including migration and diaspora studies, is gaining traction as scholars examine the global implications of these phenomena. - Environmental and Anthropocene Studies:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that explore the environmental history and the Anthropocene, bridging historical events with contemporary environmental issues. - Digital History and Methodologies:
Emerging methodologies, particularly those involving digital tools and resources for historical analysis, are becoming prominent in the journal’s publications. - Intersectionality in Historical Studies:
The application of intersectional frameworks to historical research is on the rise, as scholars investigate how various identities and power relations interact in historical contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Narrow National Histories:
There is a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on national histories without a broader global perspective, indicating a shift towards more interconnected studies. - Traditional Colonial Narratives:
Research that strictly adheres to traditional colonial narratives is decreasing, as scholars increasingly seek to challenge these perspectives with more nuanced views. - Eurocentric Perspectives:
Themes centered solely on European perspectives and experiences are waning, reflecting a growing emphasis on non-Western viewpoints and histories. - Static Historical Events:
Studies that treat historical events as isolated incidents without considering their global implications are becoming less frequent. - Homogenized Cultural Studies:
Research that presents cultures in a homogenized manner, without acknowledging diversity and complexity, is less emphasized in recent publications.
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