Established in 1831, The Geographical Journal publishes original research and scholarship in physical and human geography. Until 2000, it was the Royal Geographical Society’s journal of report.
Particular emphasis is placed on:
- all aspects of environment and development relating to geography
- publishing research findings undertaken using a wide range of approaches
- publishing substantial papers, accessible to a wide audience
- encouraging papers from all parts of the world
The Geographical Journal publishes regular special issues on current issues in geographical research.
In addition to academic articles, the journal features a renowned book review section, the annual Society news and Presidential Address, and obituaries of eminent members of the geographical community.
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Visit the The Geographical Journal website at Wiley-Blackwell for detailed information on the aims and scope of the journal, editorial contacts, author guidelines, free sample and virtual issues, subscription details and other general information
Visit JSTOR for the various journals of the Royal Geographical Society, from 1831-2003
The Geographical Journal: Society News
2008
AGM Presidential address, 2008: The Food Crisis, Sir Gordon Conway
Minutes of AGM, 2 June 2008
Obituaries
The Geographical Journal contacts:
Editor: Professor John Briggs, University of Glasgow
Managing Editor: Will Fitzmaurice / Amy Swann, RGS-IBG