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ACADEMIC JOURNALSThe journals listed below are relevant journals available through GMU Library web site and other institutions. A full listing of electronic journals accessed through GMU Libraries web site is available at http://library.gmu.edu/phpzone/ej.php . For a comprehensive listing of global access social science journals see http://www.clas .ufl.edu/users/gthursby/socsci/ejournal.htm . AJS remains a leading voice for analysis and research in the social sciences, presenting work on the theory, methods, practice, and history of sociology. Vols.1-105 (1895-2000). "Publishes works of interest to the discipline in general, new theoretical developments, results of research that advance our understanding of fundamental social processes, and important methodological innovations." Vols. 1-58 (1936-1993). Contains scholarly review articles on recent trends and developments in each branch of anthropology. Vols. 1-26 (1972-1998). 1996 to present is available at Annual Reviews Essays review current research in the field. Subjects include theory and methods, demography, urban and rural sociology. Vols. 1-19 (1975-1993). Vols. 22-current (1996-present) are also available full-text through Annual Reviews web site. Anthropoetics: The Journal of Generative Anthropology Journal of literary and cultural analysis. Vols. 1-current (1995-present). Anthropology Today Vols. 1-12, 1985-1996. The only bimonthly academic journal of contemporary Asian affairs published in the US, Asian Survey provides in-depth analysis on contemporary Asia and international affairs. Leading American and international scholars provide readers with authoritative reviews and analyses concerning the politics, economics, and foreign relations of countries east of Afghanistan to the Pacific Rim. Vols. 1-37 (1961-1997). British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies The British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies is a refereed academic journal published for the British Society for Middle Eastern Studies (popularly known as BRISMES). The Journal's coverage between the modern social sciences and the more traditional disciplines associated with Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. Vols. 18-25 (1991-1998) . Comparative Studies in Society and History It is a multidisciplinary journal that covers cultural studies and theory, especially in anthropology, history, political science, and sociology. Vols. 1-38 (1958-1996). Contemporary Sociology: A Journal of Reviews "CS publishes reviews and critical discussions of recent works in sociology and in related disciplines which merit the attention of sociologists." Vols. 1-22 (1972-1993) . National Park Service journal. Vols. 1-current (1978-present). URL: http://www.cr.nps.gov/crm CA is a transnational journal that covers anthropological scholarship on human cultures and on human and other species. Vols. 1-40 (1959-1999). Discourse explores a variety of issues in contemporary cultural studies, theories of media and literature. Vols.22-23 (2000-2001). This journal is a continuation of the Soviet Studies (Vols. 1-44, 1949-1992 ) journal. New title is intended to reflect the ways in which the transformation of political and economic systems in these countries is effecting their relationships with the rest of Europe, and the growing links between what was Soviet Central Asia and other countries in both Europe and Asia. Vols. 45-50, 1993-1998. Far Eastern Quarterly Vols. 1-15, 1941-1956. Continues with The Journal of Asian Studies. Each issue contains articles on history, art, social sciences, and contemporary issues of East, South, and Southeast Asia. Vols. 16-57 (1956-1998). Gender and Society Vols. 1-12 (1987-1998). Hispanic American Historical Review It covers the Latin American history and culture. Vols.1-79 (1918-1999). Publishes "the results of archaeological research, including excavation reports (text, photographs, data, drawings, reconstruction diagrams, interpretations), analyses of large data sets along with the data itself, visualisations, programs used t o analyze data, and applications of information technology." No. 1-current (1996-present). URL: http://intarch.ac.uk/ International Journal of Middle East Studies It publishes original research on politics, society and culture in the Middle East from the seventh century to the present day. The journal also covers Spain, southeast Europe, and parts of the former Soviet Union for the periods in which these territories were under the influence of Middle Eastern civilization. Coverage includes history, politics, economics, anthropology, sociology, literature, and folklore of the area along with comparative religion, theology, law, and philosophy. Vols. 1-28, 1970-1996. International Journal of Nautical Archaeology "Covers all aspects of nautical archaeological research. The journal's themes are seas, ships, cargos, and the sailors of the past-subjects that have excited interest throughout history. The journal keeps readers abreast of the latest explorations, discoveries, and technical innovations in the field. Studies about ancient ships, harbours, and cargoes, whether from excavations or documentary sources, will be of interest to the naval architect, historian, and archaeologist." Vols. 25-curren t (1996-present). It covers multidisciplinary scholarship on Israeli history, politics, society, and culture. Vols. 4-6 (1999-2001). Jewish Social Studies History, Culture, and Society. Vols. 5-7 (1999-2001). Journal of Anthropological Archaeology "Devoted to the development of theory and, in a broad sense, methodology for the systematic and rigorous understanding of the organization, operation, and evolution of human societies." Vols. 15-current (1996-present). Journal of Archaeological Science "Aimed at archaeologists and scientists with particular interests in advances in the application of scientific techniques and methodologies to all areas of archaeology. This established bimonthly journal publishes original research papers, major review articles, and short notes of wide archaeological significance." Vols. 22-current (1995-present). Formerly Far Eastern Quarterly . Contains feature articles on a variety of aspects of East, South, and Southeast Asia, as well as a large book review section. Vols. 16-52 (1941-1993). Journal of Asian American Studies Explores all aspects of Asian American experiences. Journal of Black Studies Vols. 1-28 (Issue 2), 1970-1997. Journal of Historical Geography "Articles on all aspects of historical geography. It aims to interest an international and interdisciplinary readership. In addition to publishing original research papers, the journal encourages discussion of methodology, discourse on items of g eneral interest, and debates on subjects covered in earlier issues. It includes a substantial book review section." Vols. 21-current (1995-present). "Concentrates on publishing the highest quality papers covering all aspects of human evolution. The central focus is aimed jointly at palaeoanthropological work, covering human and primate fossils, and at comparative studies of living species, including both morphological and molecular evidence. These include descriptions of new discoveries, interpretative analyses of new and previously described material, and assessments of the phylogeny and palaeobiology of primate species." Vols. 30-current (1996-present). Journal of Latin American Studies For 30 years, JLAS covered the field of Latin American studies in economics, geography, politics, international relations, sociology, social anthropology, economic history and cultural history. Vols. 1-28 (1969-1996). Journal of Modern African Studies Its main focus is on modern African politics, economies, societies, and international relations Vols.1-34 (1963-1996). Journal of Modern Greek Studies It covers modern Greek social, political, and cultural affairs. Vols. 14-19 (1996-2001). Journal of Negro Education Vols. 1-64 (1932-1995). Journal of Negro History Vols. 1-82 (1916-1997). Since 1971, the Journal of Palestine Studies has been the leading quarterly devoted exclusively to the Arab-Israeli conflict and Palestinian affairs. Vols. 1-27 (1971-1997). Presents "analytical, interpretive, and empirical studies, the Journal presents work in traditional areas--monetary theory, fiscal policy, labor economics, planning and development, micro-and macroeconomic theory, international trade and finance, industrial organization--as well as in such interdisciplinary fields as the history of economic thought and social economics." Vols. 1-101 (1892-1993). Publishes articles in social history from all areas and periods. Journal of the Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland Vols. 1-36 (1872-1906). Continued by the Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain/Ireland. Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute Vols. 1-2 (1995-1996). Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland Vols. 37-95 (1907-1965) . Continues the Journal of the Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland. Journal of Southern African Studies The countries are: the Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland; Angola and Mozambique; Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe; and occasionally, Zaire, Tanzania, Madagascar and Mauritius. Vols. 1-24 (1974-1998). Online journal that "covers all aspects of anthropology (physical, social, cultural, linguistic, applied anthropology, archaeometry, and archaeology) and related disciplines of the hard and soft sciences, and the humanities. We publish articles, research updates, reviews, and editorial commentary." Vols. 1-4 (1994-1996). URL: http://wings.buffalo.edu/academic/department/anthropology/jwa/ JWH exclusively examines the international field of women's history. It focuses on women's history and gender history in feminism and multiple perspectives. Vols. 11-13 (1999-2001). JWH covers comparative and cross-cultural historical analysis of large-scale population movements and economic fluctuations, cross-cultural transfers of technology, and the spread of faiths, ideas, ideals. Vols. 10-13 (1999-2002). Scholarship on Korea that addresses a variety of topics through interdisciplinary and multicultural articles. Coverage areas: Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Philosophy, History, Geography, Sociology, Anthropology, and Literature. Vols.1-25 (1974-1998). Latin American Research Review Vols. 1-33 (1965-1998). Vols. 1-65 (1901-1965) ; New Series Vols. 1-29 (1966-1994). Continued by the Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute. A unique award winning literary journal that includes American and International fiction, poetry, artwork, and essays of current cultural or literary interest. The only journal specifically focused on history, culture, politics, and economics in the Mediterranean region. Vols. 10-12 (1999-2001). From the period of 1860-present, the focus is on modernism with an interdisciplinary approach. V ols. 1-8 (1994-2001). Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution "Provides a forum for molecular studies that advances our understanding of phylogeny and evolution." Vols. 5-current (1996-present). Online multimedia interactive journal focusing on musical anthropology of the Mediterranean. No. 1-current (1996-present). URL: http://research.umbc.edu/eol/MA/index.htm It covers the Horn of Africa including Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somali, Sudan and northern Kenya. Vol. 6 (1999). The only journal devoted exclusively to the study of the indigenous languages of the Oceanic area and other parts of Southeast Asia. Pacific Affairs Vols. 1-69 (1928-1996/1997). Population and Development Review "Seeks to advance knowledge of the interrelationships between population and socioeconomic development and provides a forum for discussion of related issues of public policy." Vols. 1-21 (1975-1995). Online journal published thrice yearly. Vols. 1-current (1990-present). Proceedings of the Royal Antropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland Coverage: 1965-1973. For thirteen years, PC has been an important contribution in ethnography and cultural studies. Vols. 11-13 (1999-2001). An interdisciplinary journal for communication research and public opinion, as well as theories and methods underlying opinion research. Vols. 1-63 (1937-1999). Quaternary Research: An Interdisciplinary Journal "Focuses on studies in the earth and biological sciences. The journal features papers on previously unpublished research results that will be of interest to a diverse interdisciplinary audience." Vols. 45-current (1996-present). It provides a regular review of major and specific areas of inquiry. Vols. 23-31 (1992-2001). Review in American History (JSTOR) The journal covers all areas of American history including economics, military history, women in history, law, political history and philosophy, religion, social history, intellectual history, and cultural history. Vols. 1-22 (1973-1994). Review in American History (MUSE) Vols. 23-29 (1995-2001). The Russian Review is a multi-disciplinary academic journal devoted to the history, literature, culture, fine arts, cinema, society, and politics of the peoples of the former Russian Empire and former Soviet Union. Vols. 1-55 (1941-1996). Slavic Review Vols. 20-57 (1961-1998). It emphasizes sociological research, but also explores the realm in social psychology, anthropology, political science, history, and economics. Vols. 4-77 (1925-1998) . Sociological Methodology Vols. 1-26 (1969-1996). "Publishes high quality applied sociology, focusing on theoretical, empirical and methodological discussions which engage with current political, cultural and intellectual topics and debates." Vols. 1-current (1996-present). Sociological Theory Vols. 1-14 (1983-1996). "Publishes papers devoted to quantitative social science research and methodology. The journal features articles that illustrate the use of quantitative methods in the empirical solution of substantive problems, and emphasizes those concerned with issues or methods that cut across traditional disciplinary lines. Special attention is given to methods that have been used by only one particular social science discipline, but that may have application to a broader range of areas." Vols. 21-current (1996-present). Social Science History Vols. 23-25 (1999-2001). Sociometry Vols. 1-40 (1937-1977). Since 1901, SAQ has covered states, writers and intellectuals, and cultural phenomena. Vols. 98-100 (1999-2001). Soviet Studies Vols. 1-44 (1949-1992). Contains recent issues of TA, information on the journal's editors, and links to the Commission on Theoretical Anthropology and the Society for Caribbean Research. Vols. 1-3 (1994-1997). URL: http://www.univie.ac.at/voelkerkunde/theoretical-anthropology/ |
BULLETINS, MAGAZINES, AND NEWSLETTERSAfrican American Archaeology Newsletter Newsletter of the African-American Archaeology Network. Contains articles, book reviews and news & announcements. Vols. 10-current (1994-present). Council for British Archaeology magazine. Includes news, features, interviews and book reviews. No.1-current (1995-present). Full-text online version of the Society for American Archaeology printed bulletin. Vols. 11-current (1993-present). |
ARTICLES, PAPERS, AND DATA ARCHIVESAnthropological Review Database Searchable database of reviews with links to full-text. Handbook on Ethical Issues in Anthropology Text of American Anthropological Association Special Publication No. 23. Includes case studies in anthropological ethics. |
NEWS MEDIAProvides access to a wide range of news--domestic and international. Dates of coverage vary. Contains links to online international news sources by region.URL: http://www.editorandpublisher.com/eandp/index.jsp Translations of foreign news texts by the U.S. Government. Includes translations from the Foreign broadcasting Information Services (FBIS). |
DICTIONARIES AND GLOSSARIES Anthromorphemics: Anthropology Glossary Glossary of terms in archaeology, cultural anthropology, and physical anthropology. |
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