Speculum, published quarterly since 1926, was the first scholarly journal in North America devoted exclusively to the Middle Ages. It is open to contributions in all fields studying the Middle Ages, a period ranging from 500 to 1500. Its primary emphasis is on Western Europe, but Arabic, Byzantine, Hebrew, and Slavic studies are also included.>

Speculum is received by all members of the Medieval Academy as a benefit of membership. Agencies and institutions receive the journal by subscription.

Articles may be submitted to Speculum on any medieval topic. All disciplines, methodologies, and approaches are welcome. In keeping with the Academy's goal of representing all fields of medieval studies, individual issues usually include articles on a variety of subjects, in a variety of disciplines. Articles on interdisciplinary topics are especially encouraged. The language of publication is English. Unsolicited book reviews will not be considered. Scholars considering a submission to Speculum should view the submission guidelines by clicking on the link above.

Speculum participates in JSTOR, a collaborative project supported by the Mellon Foundation that ensures long-term access to older scholarly literature. Readers with access to an institution that subscribes to JSTOR may download and print for personal use material that appeared in Speculum five or more years ago. Copies of most back issues of Speculum are also available for purchase from the Academy office.

The Copyright Clearance Center handles all requests for permissions to reproduce material for noncommercial purpose of educational or scientific advancement (incl. classroom use) in Speculum. For all other permissions contact the Academy: Mary-Jo Arn, Medieval Academy, 104 Mt. Auburn St., 5th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02138.