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About Hamburger Edition and Mittelweg 36
editThe Hamburger Edition is the renowned publisher of the Hamburg Institute for Social Research (HIS) and has established itself as a significant player in the academic publishing landscape since its founding in 1994. The publisher specializes in the publication of monographs, anthologies, and essays that deal with historically and theoretically informed social sciences, history, and political science, as well as their intersections. The Hamburger Edition has made a name for itself both in the academic world and among a broader interested public.
A central concern of the publisher is to make the research results of the HIS accessible beyond the academic sphere. The first titles published in spring 1995 already set focal points that continue to shape the publishing program today: theory of violence, anti-Semitism, and social analyses on topics such as nationalism and xenophobia. Particularly noteworthy are the exhibitions on Wehrmacht crimes, which have sparked intense public discussions and have sustainably changed the perception of the German Wehrmacht.
The Hamburger Edition publishes about twelve books annually, including outstanding qualification works. The publisher places great value on the high-quality production of its books, both in print and as e-books, and maintains close contact with its authors. The journal "Mittelweg 36," which has been published since 1992, complements the publishing program. It provides a platform for current historical and social science questions and accompanies intellectual debates. The podcast of the same name expands these discussions with conversations with scholars and authors.
The mission of the Hamburger Edition is to contribute to societal enlightenment through well-founded scientific publications and to promote intellectual debates. The publisher stands for values such as scientific excellence, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility.
Regarding sustainability, the Hamburger Edition is committed to environmentally friendly production processes and relies on durable, high-quality materials. The publisher supports open access initiatives to facilitate access to scientific knowledge and promote the dissemination of research results.
With over 500 published authors and numerous translations into other languages, the Hamburger Edition has made a significant contribution to the international scientific discussion. The publisher remains an important player in the dissemination of knowledge and the promotion of critical engagement with socially relevant topics.