NEW MEXICO HISTORICAL REVIEW

Scope & Guideline

Connecting Cultures Through Scholarly History

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of NEW MEXICO HISTORICAL REVIEW with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0028-6206
PublisherUNIV NEW MEXICO
Support Open AccessNo
Country-
TypeJournal
Converge1979, from 1981 to 1983, 1986, 1988, 2000, from 2002 to 2015, from 2017 to 2019 (coverage discontinued in Scopus)
AbbreviationNEW MEX HIST REV / N. M. Hist. Rev.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressNEW MEXICO HISTORICAL REVIEW, 1013 MESA VISTA HALL, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131-1186

Aims and Scopes

The New Mexico Historical Review is dedicated to advancing the understanding of New Mexico's history and its broader implications within the American Southwest. The journal encompasses a wide range of themes, methodologies, and narratives that reflect the diverse cultural, social, and political landscapes of the region.
  1. Historical Narratives and Biographies:
    Focuses on in-depth biographies and personal narratives that illuminate the lives of influential figures in New Mexico's history, providing insights into their contributions and the socio-political contexts in which they operated.
  2. Cultural Studies and Ethnic Histories:
    Explores the cultural dynamics and histories of various ethnic groups, particularly focusing on Latino, Indigenous, and African American experiences, as well as their contributions to the region's identity.
  3. Environmental and Agricultural History:
    Investigates the historical interactions between communities and their environments, including agricultural practices, land use, and the impact of climate change on local histories.
  4. Social Movements and Political Activism:
    Analyzes the history of social movements in New Mexico, including civil rights, labor movements, and Indigenous rights, highlighting the struggles and achievements of marginalized groups.
  5. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Utilizes interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing from sociology, anthropology, and literary studies, to provide a comprehensive understanding of historical events and cultural phenomena.
The New Mexico Historical Review has seen a rise in specific themes and topics that reflect current societal interests and academic trends. This section outlines the emerging scopes that are increasingly being explored in recent publications.
  1. Latinx and Indigenous Rights:
    A growing emphasis on the struggles for rights and recognition among Latinx and Indigenous populations in the context of contemporary social justice movements, reflecting ongoing dialogues about citizenship and identity.
  2. Environmental Justice and Climate History:
    An emerging focus on the intersections of environmental history and social justice issues, highlighting how climate change and environmental policies have historically affected marginalized communities in New Mexico.
  3. Transnational Histories:
    A trend towards examining the transnational connections between New Mexico and neighboring regions, particularly Mexico, in the context of migration, culture, and shared histories.
  4. Gender and Sexuality Studies:
    An increased focus on the histories of gender and sexuality, particularly concerning marginalized groups and their roles in shaping social movements and cultural identities.
  5. Cultural Memory and Collective Trauma:
    A rising interest in how cultural memory and collective trauma shape identities and historical narratives, particularly in relation to events like the Tulsa Race Massacre and Indigenous histories.

Declining or Waning

While the New Mexico Historical Review has consistently published on a variety of topics, certain themes appear to be diminishing in frequency or prominence. This section highlights those waning scopes that may indicate a shift in focus or changing interests within the historical discourse.
  1. Traditional Military History:
    There has been a noticeable decrease in the publication of military history topics, particularly those focusing solely on battles and military figures, as the journal shifts towards more socially oriented narratives.
  2. Colonial History without Indigenous Perspectives:
    The focus on colonial history that does not incorporate Indigenous viewpoints has diminished, reflecting a broader trend towards incorporating diverse narratives and recognizing Indigenous sovereignty.
  3. Eurocentric Historical Narratives:
    The prevalence of Eurocentric perspectives in historical analysis has waned as the journal increasingly prioritizes diverse voices and experiences that challenge traditional narratives.

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