The Americas is a peer-reviewed journal published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of the Academy of American Franciscan History. It is dedicated to the study of the history of the Americas, from the earliest times to the present day. The journal publishes articles, book reviews, and notes on all aspects of the history of the Americas, including its peoples, cultures, and institutions. The Americas is a leading journal in its field and is widely read by scholars and students of American history.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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HistoryQ1
Cultural StudiesQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
History
Scopus Categories
HistoryCultural Studies
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Latin American history and cultureHistorical Studies in Latin AmericaLatin American and Latino StudiesDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesCuban History and SocietyColonialism, slavery, and tradePolitics and Society in Latin AmericaLegal case studies and regulationsMexican Socioeconomic and Environmental DynamicsAmerican Constitutional Law and Politics