300 Years of Historical Events, Social Movements, and Cultural Trends Through Periodicals
This resource offers a wide range of historical periodicals from the 17th to the early 21st century, including full-text journals and bibliographic indexes, essential for research in the humanities and social sciences. It provides key primary and secondary sources for understanding historical events, social movements, scientific progress, and cultural shifts.
From Benjamin Franklin’s General Magazine to The New Statesman, this collection provides a lens into pivotal eras, landmark events, and influential voices that shaped history.
Key Themes & Topics Supported:
- American Studies
- Art/Culture
- Economics/Business
- English/Literature
- History
- Journalism/Media
- Political Science
- Sociology/Anthropology
- Women/Gender Studies
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A Lens Into Pivotal Eras With Periodicals
Comprehensive Coverage
Access thousands of full-text journals from 1741-2006 and indexing from 1665-present, with global and multilingual content, covering American, British, and international perspectives
Multidisciplinary Insights
Supports research across the arts, humanities, and social sciences, with strengths in, for example, history, sociology, political science, literature, and business/economics
Efficient Research
Extensive indexing and platform tools provide quick access to specific time periods, events, and themes, supporting focused academic inquiry
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