Journal of Medieval Iberian Studies
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Secrets of a Pivotal Historical Era
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, integrating methodologies from history, archaeology, literature, and cultural studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of medieval Iberian society. - Focus on Cultural Interactions:
A core area of the journal is the exploration of cultural exchanges among Christian, Muslim, and Jewish communities, highlighting how these interactions shaped social norms, practices, and identities. - Historical Analysis of Power Dynamics:
The journal frequently examines political structures, authority, and governance in medieval Iberia, analyzing how these elements influenced societal changes and conflicts. - Social History and Daily Life:
Research often delves into the everyday lives of individuals and communities, addressing themes such as gender roles, economic practices, and communal rituals. - Material Culture and Heritage:
The journal also investigates material culture, including architecture, artifacts, and manuscripts, to uncover insights into the historical context and cultural significance of medieval Iberian societies.
Trending and Emerging
- Death and Funerary Practices:
There is a notable increase in research focusing on death, mourning, and funerary rites across different communities, emphasizing how these practices reflect social identities and cultural values in medieval Iberia. - Digital Humanities and Manuscript Studies:
An emerging trend involves the application of digital humanities methods to manuscript studies, showcasing innovative approaches to understanding and preserving medieval texts and their cultural contexts. - Gender Studies and Feminist Perspectives:
The journal is seeing a rise in works that explore gender dynamics and the roles of women in medieval society, revealing how these perspectives contribute to a more nuanced understanding of power and social structures. - Economic History and Social Networks:
Recent publications increasingly address economic practices and the development of social networks, focusing on how these factors influenced community dynamics and individual agency in medieval Iberia. - Cultural Memory and Identity Formation:
A growing interest in how cultural memory and identity were constructed and negotiated in medieval Iberia reflects an interdisciplinary approach that combines history, sociology, and cultural studies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Feudal Structures:
While historical analyses of feudalism were once prominent, there seems to be a decline in papers focusing exclusively on feudal structures and relationships, as scholars increasingly turn their attention to broader socio-economic dynamics. - Visigothic Studies:
Research dedicated specifically to the Visigothic period, such as its political and cultural frameworks, has become less frequent, possibly indicating a shift towards later medieval periods that offer more complex narratives of cultural interaction. - Military History and Warfare:
Although military history was a significant theme, recent publications suggest a decline in this focus, with more attention being given to social and cultural aspects of medieval life rather than purely military engagements.
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