Nineteenth-Century Literature A project of University of California Press (see other related projects). About Nineteenth-Century Literature publishes articles on a broad-based group of transatlantic authors and poets, literary characters, and discourses—all discussed with a keen understanding of nineteenth-century literary history and theory.The major journal for publication of new research in its field, Nineteenth-Century Literature features essays that span disciplines and which explore theoretical questions of gender, race, history, ecology and the anthropocene, cultural studies, empire, urbanism, and more. The journal also reviews select volumes of scholarship and criticism in nineteenth-century British and American literature, broadly conceived. Peer Review: This publication uses peer review for some or all submissions. Check for details. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 1945 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 4 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationPublished 4 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Nonfiction Open Audience:Scholars.Lengths: Essay: 7,000 - 12,000 words.Styles:Academic, Critical.Topics: History: Topical history, See guidelines. Literature/Books: Theory/Analysis/Criticism, See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publication's website Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @ucpress.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @uc_pressLinkedIn LinkedIn Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Nineteenth-Century Literature Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related Projects19th Century MusicAfterimageAztlánClassical AntiquityFilm QuarterlyGastronomicaThe Journal of Japanese StudiesThe Journal of Musicology DNQMexican Studies/Estudios Mexicanos DNQUniversity of California Press Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 25 Jun 2026For scholarly publications, we check their guidelines for changes twice a year, and we audit the listing once a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only