Call for Reviewers: Explore Radicalism in The Journal for the Study of Radicalism

Become a Reviewer and Shape Scholarly Discourse

The Journal for the Study of Radicalism invites insightful scholars to contribute to its vibrant intellectual community by reviewing a selection of captivating new texts. Professors, independent scholars, and professionals with PhDs or terminal degrees are particularly encouraged to participate. Advanced graduate students are also welcome to apply.

Dive into Diverse Texts Exploring Radical Thought

From historical analyses of communist movements to contemporary examinations of the radical right, the available texts offer a rich tapestry of perspectives. Delve into topics such as transnational communism, white supremacy's evolution, and the power of revolutionary writing. Explore the intersections of art and politics, and uncover the narratives shaping our understanding of radical change across the globe.

The following books are currently available for review:

• Robert W. Cherny, San Francisco Reds: Communists in the Bay Area, 1919-1958 (University of Illinois Press, 2024)
• Beyond the Internationale: Revolutionary Writing by Eugene Pottier, Communard (Charles H. Kerr, 2023)
• Marc Becker, Margaret M. Power, Tony Wood, and Jacob A. Zumoff, eds., Transnational Communism: Across the Americas (University of Illinois Press, 2023)
• Anjum Khan and Shubhanku Kochar, eds., Literature from the Peripheries: Refrigerated Culture and Pluralism (Lexington Books, 2023)
• Jeffrey M. Bale and Tamir Bar-On, Fighting the Last War: Confusion, Partisanship, and Alarmism in the Literature on the Radical Right (Lexington Books, 2022)
• D.J. Mulloy, Years of Rage: White Supremacy in the United States from the Klan to the Alt-Right (Rowman & Littlefield, 2021)
• Joseph Fronczak, Everything is Possible: Antifascism and the Left in the Age of Fascism (Yale University Press, 2023)
• Darlingtina K. Esiaka and Jamaine Abidogun, eds., The Narrative of Africa Rising: Changing Perspectives (Lexington Books, 2024)
• Robert W. Cherny, The Coit Tower Murals: New Deal Art and Political Controversy in San Francisco (University Illinois Press, 2024)
• Spencer Sunshine, Neo-Nazi Terrorism and Countercultural Fascism: The Origins and Afterlife of James Mason’s Siege (Routledge, 2024)

Submission Guidelines and Expectations

Reviews should provide an objective, scholarly assessment of the work, particularly its relevance to radicalism and radical change. A typical review runs between 600-800 words and adheres to Chicago Manual of Style for citations. Published reviews are anticipated within one year of submission, following approval by the editorial board and external reviewers.

To express your interest in reviewing a text or to suggest other relevant titles, please contact the Book Review Editor at jsrbookreview.com.