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Questions about Journal of World History

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Who established the Journal of World History and when?

Jerry H. Bentley established the Journal of World History in 1990 at the University of Hawaii.

What is the publication frequency schedule for the Journal of World History since 2003?

The journal shifted from a biannual to quarterly schedule on the 1st of January 2003 after maintaining a twice-a-year rhythm for over a decade.

Which organizations provide digital access to the Journal of World History archives?

Project MUSE included the journal starting in 2000 while JSTOR integrated it into its database in 2009 with a moving wall of 3 years.

Why did Jerry H. Bentley create the Journal of World History in 1990?

Bentley sought to focus on forces that cross boundaries between cultures and civilizations including large-scale population movements and economic fluctuations.

How does the Journal of World History define its editorial scope regarding historical analysis?

The methodology emphasizes connections rather than isolated events by highlighting transfers of technology, spread of infectious diseases, long-distance trade routes, and religious faiths.