RHETORICA-A JOURNAL OF THE HISTORY OF RHETORIC

metrics 2024

Advancing Scholarship in Rhetorical Studies

Introduction

RHETORICA: A Journal of the History of Rhetoric, published by the Johns Hopkins University Press, is a pivotal resource in the fields of linguistics and literary studies. Established in 1983, this esteemed journal facilitates scholarly discourse on the evolution, theory, and practice of rhetoric, making it indispensable for researchers, educators, and students alike. With a notable ISSN of 0734-8584 and an e-ISSN of 1533-8541, it has established a reputable presence in academic circles. Though currently categorized in Q4 of Linguistics and Language, its robust focus on historical analysis situates it in the broader landscape of Arts and Humanities, where it ranks impressively in literature and literary theory (76th percentile). While RHETORICA does not offer open access, it continues to serve as a beacon for those seeking to understand the complexities of rhetorical history, inviting contributions that illuminate its enduring relevance in contemporary discourse.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.11
Journal Impact Factor0.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.30
H-Index18
Journal IF Without Self0.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.08
Influence0.55
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life16.90
Citing Half Life28.30
JCI1.00
Total Documents382
WOS Total Citations207
SCIMAGO Total Citations242
SCIMAGO SELF Citations28
Scopus Journal Rank0.11
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.19
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.23
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.20

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Literature and Literary Theory in Arts and Humanities
Rank #259/1106
Percentile 76.58
Quartile Q1
Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #588/1088
Percentile 45.96
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY
Rank 121/518
Percentile 76.70
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

HISTORY
Rank 137/519
Percentile 73.60
Quartile Q2
LITERATURE
Rank 57/199
Percentile 71.36
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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