Temas Americanistas
Scope & Guideline
Unlocking the Complexity of American Histories
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Colonial and Post-Colonial Studies:
The journal emphasizes the historical developments and transformations during the colonial period and their lasting impacts on contemporary societies across the Americas. - Transnational and Cross-Cultural Interactions:
Research often highlights the interactions between different cultures and nations, exploring trade, migration, diplomacy, and the exchange of ideas and practices across national borders. - Social and Gender History:
There is a consistent focus on social dynamics and gender roles, particularly how these have evolved in historical contexts, revealing the complexities of identity and power. - Legal and Administrative History:
The journal frequently publishes studies on governance, legal practices, and administrative structures in colonial and early republican contexts, offering insights into the functioning of societies. - Archive-Based Research:
Utilizing primary sources from archives, the journal encourages in-depth analysis of historical documents to reconstruct narratives and understand historical processes.
Trending and Emerging
- Gender and Alterity:
There is a growing emphasis on understanding gender dynamics and the concept of 'otherness' in historical contexts, exploring how these factors influenced social structures and cultural narratives. - Environmental History:
An emerging focus on environmental history is evident, examining the interactions between human societies and their environments, particularly in the context of colonial exploitation and resource management. - Digital Humanities:
The integration of digital tools and methodologies in historical research is on the rise, reflecting a trend toward using technology to analyze and present historical data. - Cultural Memory and Representation:
Papers exploring how history is remembered and represented in various cultural forms are increasingly popular, indicating a trend towards examining the narratives constructed around historical events. - Transnational Perspectives:
There is a notable increase in studies that adopt transnational approaches, analyzing how global connections and movements have shaped local histories and identities.
Declining or Waning
- Military History:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused explicitly on military history, particularly regarding battles and warfare strategies, as the journal increasingly prioritizes social and cultural histories. - Indigenous Studies:
Although still present, the frequency of papers specifically dedicated to Indigenous studies has diminished, possibly reflecting a broader trend towards integrating Indigenous perspectives into more general historical narratives rather than isolating them as a separate category. - Economic History:
Research centered on economic frameworks, trade systems, and financial aspects of colonial societies appears to be waning, as more scholars pivot towards cultural and social analyses.
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