The Journal of Transatlantic Studies is multi and interdisciplinary, publishing articles with a focus on the transatlantic region as an area with a distinct character and a rich history. It will bring together in one publication various foci of study and disciplines:
* Political Science * Comparative Constitutionalism * International Relations * Security Studies * History * Literature * Cultural Geography * Population Studies * Planning * Environmental Studies
While the majority of articles will almost certainly be on North American relations with Europe, there will be an editorial policy of including at least one article per edition dealing with Spanish, or Portuguese or French speaking America (Dutch speaking America/Caribbean will be dealt with on a case by case basis). This will at least go some way to redress the imbalance of concentration on European relations with North America and the emphasis might be shifted further over time towards Spanish, French and Portuguese speaking relationships, depending on demand and the quality of manuscript submissions.
Standard issues attempt to strike a balance between the disciplines and there are also frequent themed special issues. In the past these have been on the impact of 9/11; on the Anglo-American relationship; NATO's contemporary challenges; Canada and Transatlantic relations; cultural perspectives from east and central Europe on the Cold War; and on US Secretaries of State.
Aims and Scope
The Journal of Transatlantic Studies will cover the following areas:
* Comparative politics and constitutionalism * International Relations and Security Studies * Political Economy * Political, diplomatic, economic,and international business history * Area studies, transmission of ideas and migration * Geographical Area of Study
Europe and its interactions with North, South, and Central America and the Caribbean. (The definition of Europe includes Russia and editorial policy would be suitably flexible about the African margin, depending on content and quality of submissions.)
Period of Study:
It is envisaged that most contributions will be about post 1945 or contemporary affairs, but articles covering any period of transatlantic relations would be welcomed providing that they have some contemporary resonance.
Selection Criteria for Publication:
Manuscripts will be anonymously assessed by two referees who will be asked to judge whether they are:
* to be published; * referred for minor amendment; * referred for major amendment; * rejected
In difficult cases, or where a manuscript is concerned with a subject that does not fall fully within the normal scope of the journal, the opinion of a third referee will be sought and the editor and associate editors will consult.
Frequency and Format
The journal will be published quarterly with 6 articles of 7,000 words on average (going to 3 issues a year when established). There will be no prejudice against longer articles of 10,000 words and above if quality justifies publication.
Such articles would clearly have to be balanced by shorter pieces of 4-5,000 words. A short book review section, covering between 5-10 books per issue, will be included. Individual subscribers automatically become members of the Transatlantic Studies Association.
Notes for contributors, including Style and Reference guidelines, can be downloaded here. Further information Contact: Prof. Alan Dobson Email:a.p.dobson@dundee.ac.uk Tel: 01382 345 465 international: +44 1382 345 465 Fax: 01382 344802 international: +44 1382 344802
