History of Philosophy Quarterly facts for kids
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Hist. Philos. Q. |
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| Discipline | Philosophy |
| Language | English |
| Edited by | Brian Copenhaver |
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University of Illinois Press (United States)
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| ISSN | 0740-0675 (print) 2152-1026 (web) |
| LCCN | 95652866 |
| OCLC no. | 612484844 |
| JSTOR | 07400675 |
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The History of Philosophy Quarterly (HPQ) is a special magazine for smart people, called an academic journal. It focuses on the history of philosophy, which means it looks at old ideas and thinkers. The articles in this journal are peer-reviewed. This means other experts check them to make sure they are good and accurate.
What is the History of Philosophy Quarterly?
The History of Philosophy Quarterly is a place where new ideas about old philosophy are shared. It's like a library of the latest research on thinkers from the past. The journal helps people learn how ideas from long ago can still be important today.
It is listed in important databases like PhilPapers and the Philosopher's Index. These are like big online catalogs that help researchers find articles easily.
How the Journal Started
The History of Philosophy Quarterly began in 1984. It was started by a professor named Nicholas Rescher from the University of Pittsburgh.
When it first started, the people in charge had a clear goal. They wanted the journal to explore how old philosophical ideas could help solve problems we face right now. They believed that studying history and philosophy together was a great way to understand important issues.
Who Publishes and Edits It?
Today, the journal is published by the University of Illinois Press. This is a well-known publisher for academic books and journals.
The current editor of the journal is Brian Copenhaver. He is a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. The editor's job is to choose which articles get published.
