What is Philosophy Compass?
Unique in both range and approach, Philosophy Compass publishes peer-reviewed surveys of the most important research and current thinking from across the entire discipline.
In an age of hyper-specialization, Philosophy Compass provides an ideal starting point for the non-specialist, offering pointers for researchers, teachers and students alike, to help them find and interpret the best research in the field.
ISSN: 1747-9991
Philosophy Compass provides…
- A new kind of core content: state-of-the-art surveys of current research discuss the major topics, issues, viewpoints, and controversies within each area of the discipline.
- Coverage of the entire field highlights connections across sub-disciplines of philosophical scholarship
- Reference-linked bibliographies for each article, providing the ideal entry point into specialist literature
- 100 new authoritative, peer-reviewed survey articles per year: 3 times more than a standard journal
- Fast continuous publication: articles typically available 6-8 weeks after acceptance and as an online-only journal there are no issue restriction
How to Contribute to Philosophy Compass
Articles for Philosophy Compass are commissioned by the Section Editors, but we would be delighted to hear your suggestions and ideas for topics. If you have an idea for an article that you would like to read, or would like to write yourself, you can contact the relevant Section Editor (check their profile page for an email address) or email: PHCOeditorial@oxon.blackwellpublishing.com
For more detailed submission instructions and instructions for already commissioned authors click here.
Testimonials
"I find the purpose of Philosophy Compass compelling. There is a need for contextualizing discussion in the field, not only for newcomers to specialized debates who need to find their bearings, but for all of us so we can keep in mind the point and significance of these debates as we craft our contributions."
Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
"I have enjoyed your articles and have already recommended this to my peers and colleagues. I think the breadth of topics covered is one of your greatest assets. I was amazed by how many different areas were covered in a relatively brief period of time."
Creighton University, USA
"Philosophy Compass is a wonderful resource. I suspect it will become a leading source for scholarship and a leading resource for student learning."
Grant MacEwan College, Canada
"I like the concept of being able to read an article that brings me up to date on some piece of the field I don't know. I've found the Philosophy Compass articles to be very useful surveys and idea pumps…"
CUNY Graduate Center, USA
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