Global History

A team on the way to global history

Publications

Environmental History and Global Studies Publications

This section presents a selection of academic publications and research projects focused on environmental history, urban history, and global studies, with particular attention to the transformations of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

Environmental History Research (University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli)

In 2013, two important volumes on environmental history in Italy were published within the academic context of the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli:

  • Le fonti per la storia dell’ambiente. Alcune proposte di lavoro (Fruska, Soci, Arezzo, 2013), edited by Federico Paolini
  • Caserta (1945–1974). Una storia urbana e ambientale (Soci, Arezzo, 2013), by Anna Dell’Aquila

These works contribute to the field of urban and environmental history, combining methodological reflections on sources with a case study of postwar territorial and environmental change.

Zenit: Global History Editorial Series

In 2020, the Zenit editorial series was established and is published by tab edizioni (Rome). The series focuses on global history, globalization, and interdisciplinary research, exploring major transformations from the twentieth century to the present.

Recent Publications in Environmental and Global Studies (2025)

Recent and forthcoming publications expand research into environmental issues, sustainability, and global transformations:

These works address key topics such as environmental perception, tourism and local development, and the role of scientific expertise in environmental governance.

Research Focus and Keywords

This body of work reflects a consistent engagement with:

  • Environmental history
  • Global history and globalization studies
  • Urban and territorial transformations
  • Sustainability and environmental governance
  • Interdisciplinary research in the social sciences

Summary

Overall, these publications highlight a trajectory from local case studies in environmental and urban history to broader contributions in global history and interdisciplinary studies. They offer valuable insights into the relationship between environment, society, and economic development in the contemporary world.

You can download selected publications in PDF format or access them via the publishers’ official websites using the links below.

2013 FONTI STORIA AMBIENTE

2013 Caserta

2025 Gazes on the Environment