Sociohistorica-Cuadernos del CISH
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars in the Pursuit of Sociohistorical Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social and Political History:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of social and political histories, particularly in Argentina. It investigates the historical contexts of social movements, political regimes, and their impacts on society. - Critical Theory and Intellectual Discourse:
The journal provides a forum for critical theory, engaging with intellectual debates and the role of scholars in confronting historical crises and contemporary issues. - Labor and Economic History:
A significant focus is placed on labor history, examining the dynamics of labor movements, economic policies, and the effects of neoliberalism on the workforce. - Cultural and Identity Studies:
The journal addresses issues of identity, ethnicity, and cultural representations, exploring how these aspects interact with historical narratives and contemporary society. - Human Rights and Social Justice:
Research related to human rights, state violence, and social justice movements is a core area, reflecting on historical and current struggles against oppression. - Transnational Perspectives:
The journal also incorporates transnational analyses, considering the broader implications of local histories within global contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic:
Recent publications reflect a growing interest in the socio-political impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, examining how it has shaped labor, youth experiences, and social movements. - Critical Engagement with Neoliberalism:
There is an increasing focus on the critique of neoliberal policies and their historical implications, highlighting resistance movements and alternative economic models. - Populism and Political Identity:
The exploration of populism, particularly in the context of Argentine politics, is emerging as a significant theme, analyzing its impact on social identity and political discourse. - Human Rights Advocacy and Memory Studies:
The journal is increasingly addressing themes of human rights, state violence, and collective memory, reflecting ongoing struggles for justice and recognition in post-dictatorship Argentina. - Transnational and Global Histories:
Emerging studies are highlighting transnational connections and global histories, examining how local events resonate within broader international frameworks. - Environmental Justice and Social Movements:
An emerging focus on environmental justice and its intersection with social movements indicates a response to global ecological crises and their historical roots.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Marxist Analysis:
There seems to be a reduced focus on traditional Marxist frameworks in analyzing Argentine history, suggesting a shift towards more diverse and interdisciplinary approaches. - Narrowly Defined Historical Events:
Research centered on specific historical events, particularly those with limited socio-political implications, appears to be less frequent, indicating a preference for broader thematic explorations. - Study of Historical Figures in Isolation:
There is a noticeable decline in papers that focus solely on individual historical figures without contextualizing their actions within larger social movements or political frameworks. - Local Histories with Minimal Global Context:
Themes exploring local histories without consideration of their global implications are becoming less prominent, reflecting a trend towards interconnected narratives.
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