JOURNAL OF IMPERIAL AND COMMONWEALTH HISTORY
Scope & Guideline
Unraveling the narratives of imperial history.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Colonial and Postcolonial Studies:
The journal emphasizes the examination of colonial and postcolonial frameworks, analyzing how these historical contexts shape contemporary societies and identities. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Utilizing a wide range of methodologies, including historical, cultural, and social analysis, the journal integrates perspectives from various disciplines to enrich the understanding of imperial and commonwealth histories. - Global Connections and Transnational Perspectives:
The journal highlights the interconnectedness of empires and nations, focusing on transnational histories that reveal the complexities of global interactions during and after colonialism. - Cultural Representations and Memory:
Exploring how empires are represented in literature, art, and public memory, the journal investigates the narratives that shape collective identities and historical consciousness. - Gender and Identity in Imperial Contexts:
The journal addresses the roles of gender and identity within imperial frameworks, examining how these factors influence power dynamics and social structures.
Trending and Emerging
- Decolonization and Its Legacies:
Papers examining the processes and implications of decolonization are increasingly prominent, highlighting the ongoing impact of colonial histories on current global politics and identities. - Environmental History and Colonialism:
There is a growing interest in the environmental consequences of imperial activities, with studies investigating how colonial exploitation has shaped ecological landscapes and social relations. - Cultural Memory and Representation:
Emerging themes related to how societies remember and represent their colonial pasts are becoming more prevalent, focusing on narratives that challenge dominant historical perspectives. - Gender and Sexuality in Colonial Contexts:
Research focusing on gender and sexuality within the context of empire is on the rise, reflecting a broader societal interest in understanding how these identities intersect with colonial power dynamics. - Indigenous Perspectives and Voices:
There is an increasing emphasis on incorporating indigenous perspectives and narratives into the discourse of imperial history, acknowledging the importance of diverse voices in shaping historical understanding.
Declining or Waning
- Economic History of Colonialism:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers specifically focused on the economic aspects of colonialism, suggesting a waning interest in traditional economic analyses in favor of broader sociocultural perspectives. - Military History and Strategy:
While military history remains important, it appears to be less frequently explored in recent publications, indicating a shift towards examining the social and cultural impacts of imperialism rather than purely military strategies. - Traditional National Histories:
The journal seems to be moving away from conventional national histories, favoring more nuanced and interconnected narratives that emphasize transnational and global contexts. - Focus on Early Colonial Periods:
There seems to be a decline in research centered on early colonial periods, with a growing emphasis on modern and contemporary issues related to empire and its legacies.
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