Codex Mundus Submission Guidelines

Codex Mundus is Athenaeum Prima’s formal review: a curated collection of longform essays, research, and critical analysis intended for archival preservation.

We invite in-depth, original works that demonstrate scholarly rigor, historical insight, and lasting relevance.

Presently, we are NOT accepting submissions.

1. Scope of Submissions

We accept:

  • Longform policy analyses rooted in historical research.

  • Substantive historical essays with enduring significance.

  • Primary-source-based research notes or document studies.

  • Thematic reviews of books, exhibitions, or major works.

We do not accept:

  • Partisan political commentary.

  • Unverified or speculative claims.

  • Pure opinion without evidence or scholarly framing.

2. Style & Formatting

  • Length: 3,000–6,000 words.

  • Formatting: Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced.

  • Tone: Formal, precise, and suitable for archival publication.

  • Citations: Chicago or APA style; full bibliographic references required.

  • Clarity: Sources must be publicly accessible where possible.

3. Originality

  • Submissions must be exclusive to Athenaeum Prima and unpublished elsewhere.

  • Authors retain copyright but grant Athenaeum Prima first publication rights and archival use.

4. Review Process

  • All Codex Mundus submissions undergo a double editorial review for rigor, structure, and sourcing.

  • We may request revisions before acceptance.

  • Publication is selective; acceptance is not guaranteed.

5. How to Submit

Send submissions to shambhavi@athenaeumprima.com with:

  • A brief author bio (50–100 words).

  • An abstract (max 200 words) outlining the scope and contribution of your piece.

  • The full text in Word or Google Docs format.

5. Theme: The Global South and the Climate Question: Histories, Policies, and Futures


We invite 1500-6000 word essays, research articles, and archival studies exploring the historical roots, policy trajectories, and future pathways of climate governance in the Global South. Submissions may include:

  • Comparative historical analyses of environmental policy in postcolonial contexts

  • Studies on indigenous and local adaptation strategies with policy relevance

  • Archival research on landmark climate negotiations and agreements

  • Critical reviews of scholarly works on climate and development