MMU PGR ECR Long Nineteenth Century Research Group - Reimagining Tradition: Exploring the Long Nineteenth Century Across Disciplines
Call for Papers: MMU PGR ECR Long Nineteenth Century Research Group
Reimagining Tradition: Exploring the Long Nineteenth Century Across Disciplines
Date: 13 June 2024
Time: 16.00-19.00 BST
Location: Online
The long-nineteenth century (1789-1914) was a period of profound change, innovation, and transformation across various domains of human endeavour. This pivotal era witnessed significant developments in politics, society, culture, science, technology, and the arts, shaping the trajectory of modern civilisation. To delve deeper into the multifaceted dimensions of this epoch, we invite scholars from diverse disciplines to submit proposals for our interdisciplinary symposium on the long nineteenth century.
Themes for Exploration:
We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics related to the long nineteenth century, including but not limited to:
- Political revolutions and social movements
- Industrialisation and urbanisation
- Colonialism, imperialism, and global encounters
- Literature, arts, and cultural production
- Scientific advancements and technological innovations
- Gender, class, and identity formation
- Philosophy, religion, and intellectual thought
- Environmental transformations and ecological impacts
- Economic systems and labour relations
- Education, healthcare, and social welfare reforms
Guidelines for Submission:
We invite proposals for individual papers (20 minutes) and panels (2-3 papers) that engage with interdisciplinary perspectives on the long nineteenth century. Submissions should include:
- Title of the proposed paper or panel
- Abstract (200 words) outlining the topic, methodology, and main arguments
- Brief biography (50 words) plus institutional affiliation, contact information, and X handle (if applicable)
Please submit proposals via email to long19cmmu@gmail.com by Monday 15 April 2024.
Notifications of acceptance will be sent by Monday 22 April.
Important Dates:
- Deadline for submission: Monday 15 April 2024
- Notification of acceptance: by Monday 22 April 2024
- Conference date: Thursday 13 June 2024 16.00-19.00 BST
Contact us:
For inquiries and further information, please contact us at long19cmmu@gmail.com or via X: @l19thc
For further information on the MMU PGR ECR Long Nineteenth Century Research Group, please visit our website: https://long19century.wordpress.com
We look forward to welcoming you to our interdisciplinary symposium, as we embark on a journey to explore the complexities and legacies of the long nineteenth century!