The journal focuses on rural sociology, examining social, economic, and cultural changes in rural areas. It explores themes such as new social movements in rural settings, sustainable gastronomy and tourism, the management of cultural heritage, and the impact of post-industrialization and political transitions on rural communities. The journal also addresses methodological approaches in rural sociology, including the use of visual data and autobiographies, and discusses the legacy of foundational sociological works on rural populations.
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Geography, Planning and DevelopmentQ4
Sociology and Political ScienceQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Sociology
Scopus Categories
Sociology and Political ScienceGeography, Planning and Development
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Rural development and sustainabilityAgricultural economics and policiesUrbanization and City PlanningHungarian Social, Economic and Educational StudiesSocial Issues in PolandPolish socio-economic developmentPost-Communist Economic and Political TransitionPolish Historical and Cultural StudiesAgricultural Economics and PolicyDiverse Aspects of Tourism Research