The Journal of the Society for the History of Discoveries
Terrae Incognitaeis an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal published for the Society for the History of Discoveries. The aim is to examine the history and impact of geographic exploration and cross-cultural interaction around the globe. Each issue includes an expansive book review section.
Recent articles have ranged from the use of DNA technology to track the movement of chickens and thus populations in pre-historic Oceania to the role of the Order of Christ in furthering 16th-century Portuguese expansion; from the significance of inter-cultural adoption or rejection of clothing or understanding cross-cultural interaction to Marco Polo’s influence on cartography.
Terrae Incognitaeis planning a special issue of the journal focusing on the teaching of the history of exploration on all levels, high school through graduate degrees. How has the pedagogy evolved as the history of discovery has moved to a more global and inclusive perspective.
Special Issue Call for Papers: Indigenous Watercraft as Vehicles of Exploration
Terrae Incognitae is seeking manuscripts for an issue to be published in December 2026 on the use of Indigenous watercraft as vehicles of discovery and exploration. How have indigenous cultures dealt with exploring marine environments worldwide?
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