Although a subject central to the study of politics and history, researchers in this field had previously to compete for publication space in journals whose intellectual centres of gravity were located in other disciplines. The journal is devoted exclusively to the historical study of political ideas and associated methodological problems. The primary focus is on research papers, with extensive book reviews and bibliographic surveys also included.
All articles are refereed.
We are pleased to announce any conferences, workshops and new publications, and invite submission of papers for publication and books for review. Top of page Refereeing and Editorial Policy One of the reasons for our high peer evaluation status is the rigorous standard that we set for acceptance of articles for publication. All material is submitted anonymously to referees, who are all specialists in their particular subject area.