Submission Guidelines
Preparing your manuscript for submission to The Antiquarian Journal. Follow these guidelines to ensure your work meets our scholarly standards.
Scope & Aims
The Antiquarian Journal publishes original scholarly research on historical literature, philosophy, art history, manuscript studies, and related fields from antiquity through the early modern period. We welcome interdisciplinary approaches that bridge traditional disciplinary boundaries.
We Publish
- Original research articles (5,000-10,000 words)
- Scholarly reviews of recent publications
- Critical editions of historical texts
- Methodological and historiographical essays
We Do Not Publish
- Previously published material
- Unsubstantiated speculative works
- Creative fiction or poetry
- Works outside our historical scope
Key Areas of Interest
Manuscript Formatting
Basic Requirements
- MS Word (.docx) or LaTeX (.tex) format
- 12-point Times New Roman or Garamond
- Double line spacing throughout
- 1-inch margins on all sides
- Page numbers in bottom center
- No author identification in manuscript
Structure
- Title: Clear, descriptive, under 15 words
- Abstract: 150-250 words, standalone
- Keywords: 5-7 relevant terms
- Main text: Clear sections with headings
- References: Chicago Manual of Style (17th)
- Appendices: If necessary, after references
Special Elements
- Figures & Tables: High-resolution, numbered
- Images: 300+ DPI, proper permissions
- Foreign Text: Transliteration/translation
- Quotations: Original language + translation
- Abbreviations: Defined at first use
- Special Characters: Unicode fonts
Citation Example (Chicago Style)
Footnote/Endnote Citation
1. Anthony Grafton, The Footnote: A Curious History (Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 1997), 45-47.
2. Elizabeth L. Eisenstein, "The Advent of Printing and the Problem of the Renaissance," Past & Present 45, no. 1 (1969): 19-89, https://doi.org/10.1093/past/45.1.19.
3. For a contrasting view, see Brian Richardson, Print Culture in Renaissance Italy (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1994), 112-15.
Bibliography Entry
Eisenstein, Elizabeth L. "The Advent of Printing and the Problem of the Renaissance." Past & Present 45, no. 1 (1969): 19-89. https://doi.org/10.1093/past/45.1.19.
Grafton, Anthony. The Footnote: A Curious History. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 1997.
Richardson, Brian. Print Culture in Renaissance Italy. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1994.
For detailed citation guidelines, consult the Chicago Manual of Style Online (17th edition).
Submission Process
Prepare Your Submission
Ensure your manuscript complies with all formatting guidelines. Remove all author identification from the manuscript file (including acknowledgments) to maintain double-blind review integrity.
Online Submission
Submit through our online submission system. You will need to create an account, complete the submission form, and upload your manuscript file along with a separate cover letter.
Required Uploads:
- Manuscript: Anonymous version in .docx or .tex format
- Cover Letter: Include author details, statement of originality, and suggested reviewers
- Figures/Tables: Separate high-resolution files if applicable
- Permissions: For any copyrighted material included
Confirmation & Tracking
Upon successful submission, you will receive an email confirmation with a manuscript ID. You can track your submission's progress through the online system. Initial editorial assessment typically occurs within 1-2 weeks.
Submission Confirmation Email
Includes manuscript ID and expected timeline for initial review
Our online submission system is powered by Open Journal Systems
Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. This means that authors' identities are concealed from reviewers, and reviewers' identities are concealed from authors. The process ensures impartial assessment based solely on scholarly merit.
Initial Screening
1-2 weeks. Editors assess fit, originality, and basic compliance.
Peer Review
8-12 weeks. 2-3 experts evaluate scholarly contribution.
Editorial Decision
1-2 weeks. Based on reviewer feedback and editorial assessment.
Possible Decisions
Acceptance
Minor revisions may still be required before publication.
Revision Required
Manuscript requires substantive changes before reconsideration.
Rejection
Manuscript does not meet journal standards for publication.
Revision Timeline
If revisions are requested, authors typically have 60 days to resubmit. Revised manuscripts are usually sent back to the original reviewers for reassessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still Have Questions?
If your question isn't answered here, please contact our editorial office. We're happy to provide clarification on any aspect of the submission process.
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