SAECULUM

Scope & Guideline

A Platform for Rigorous Historical Inquiry

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of SAECULUM through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore SAECULUM in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageGerman
ISSN0080-5319
PublisherBOEHLAU VERLAG GMBH & CIE
Support Open AccessNo
CountryGermany
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1950 to 2008, from 2010 to 2020 (coverage discontinued in Scopus)
AbbreviationSAECULUM / Saeculum
Frequency2 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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AddressURSULAPLATZ 1, KOLN 50668, GERMANY

Aims and Scopes

SAECULUM is a multidisciplinary journal that explores the intersections of historical, cultural, and social narratives. It aims to provide critical insights into the complexities of human experiences across different contexts and eras, with a particular focus on themes of morality, identity, and the representation of power dynamics.
  1. Exploration of Villainy and Heroism:
    The journal frequently investigates the constructs of villainy and heroism, analyzing how these concepts manifest in various cultural contexts, such as cinema, historical narratives, and legal frameworks.
  2. Historical and Cultural Contextualization:
    SAECULUM emphasizes the importance of contextualizing historical events and figures within their cultural and societal frameworks, offering nuanced perspectives on how history shapes contemporary understanding.
  3. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    The journal employs interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing from history, sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies to enrich its analyses and discussions.
  4. Focus on Marginalized Narratives:
    There is a consistent focus on the narratives of marginalized groups, including asylum seekers and victims of human rights violations, highlighting their experiences and representations in historical discourse.
In recent years, SAECULUM has witnessed a notable shift towards emerging themes that reflect contemporary societal issues and evolving scholarly interests. These trends indicate a dynamic engagement with current cultural and political contexts.
  1. Contemporary Moral Dilemmas:
    There is a rising interest in exploring contemporary moral dilemmas, particularly in relation to asylum seekers and human rights, highlighting the relevance of historical narratives to current social issues.
  2. Cinematic Representations of Villainy:
    The journal has increasingly focused on how villainous characters are portrayed in modern cinema, reflecting societal anxieties and moral complexities, which indicates a blending of cultural studies with historical analysis.
  3. Intersections of History and Memory:
    Emerging themes include the examination of how history is remembered and memorialized, especially concerning contentious figures and events, showcasing a growing interest in collective memory studies.

Declining or Waning

While SAECULUM has maintained a strong focus on certain themes, some areas have shown a decline in frequency or prominence over recent years. This may reflect broader shifts in scholarly interest or the maturation of certain discussions.
  1. Classical Antiquity Studies:
    Papers related to classical antiquity and its cultural implications appear to be waning, likely due to a shift towards contemporary issues and more immediate historical contexts.
  2. Traditional Religious Studies:
    There is a decreasing emphasis on traditional religious studies, particularly those that do not intersect with contemporary social issues, as the journal leans more towards secular and sociopolitical themes.
  3. Simplistic Historical Narratives:
    The journal seems to be moving away from simplistic historical narratives that do not engage with deeper ethical and moral questions, focusing instead on more complex and nuanced analyses.

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