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Book Talk – Watch Back!
How is knowledge about China produced around the world — and who gets to be recognized as an expert? We were delighted to share a fascinating talk hosted by the
Nieuwsartikel: Handboek politieke stijl
Bekijk dit column van Petra de Koning geschreven in de NRC – Handboek politieke stijl: Politiek begrijpen met archetypen door Carola Schoor. Column | Geert Wilders in de broek van
Historicidagen 2026
We’re excited to be attending Historicidagen 2026 in Leiden! From 27–29 of August historians, researchers, students, educators, and heritage professionals will come together at Leiden University (Lipsius Building) to explore
Bert van Selm-lezing 35e editie
Dit jaar vindt op dinsdag 1 september 2026 voor de 35ste keer de Bert van Selmlezing plaats, ter opening van het academische jaar van de Opleiding Nederlandse taal en cultuur
Paneldiscussie: Handboek Politieke Stijl
Hoe belangrijk zijn personen geworden in de politiek? En welke rol spelen stijl, retorica en politieke communicatie daarin? Ter gelegenheid van de verschijning van Handboek Politieke Stijl van Carola Schoor
Auteursbezoek
Op 28 augustus verschijnt het nieuwe boek van Carola Schoor: Handboek politieke stijl. Het boek laat zien waarom politieke stijl steeds bepalender wordt voor hoe we macht, gezag en geloofwaardigheid
More than publications
Academic books are more than publications — they spark debate, shape research agendas, and contribute to public discourse. Leiden University Press is proud to publish works that: • Advance critical
Evolve responsibly in a changing world
LUP is committed to responsible production practices, digital accessibility, and long-term preservation of scholarship. We continue to explore: • Sustainable print solutions • Digital-first strategies • Open Access development •
Scholarly Dialogue
Leiden University Press works with authors and editors across the world. As a university press connected to Leiden University, we combine international outlook with academic depth. Our community includes: •
Discoverable & Accessible
Libraries and archives are essential research partners in scholarly communication. Through strong collaborations with university libraries Leiden University Press ensures that research remains discoverable and accessible for generations to come.
New Book Series: Modern China and the World
This series will focus on the sociopolitical, economic, diplomatic, legal, military, and gender-related policies, debates, and practices in China and Taiwan in modern times. We are calling for proposals on
Publishing your first book?
Publishing a first monograph is a major milestone. 🏅 As a long established press, at LUP we see the value in working closely with early career scholars to guide them
Onderzoeksdag Faculteit Militaire Wetenschappen
Gisteren vond de jaarlijkse Onderzoeksdag van de Faculteit Militaire Wetenschappen plaats. Onderzoekers, collega’s uit Defensie en partners uit het hoger onderwijs, bedrijfsleven en maatschappelijke organisaties kwamen samen om kennis te delen
Sociology Tuesdays event
Join us for an engaging conversation with Julie Yu-Wen Chen as she presents her new book hosted by the Sol Plaatje University at Sociology Tuesdays. This thought-provoking discussion explores Global
ABC News feature for Civil War Samurai
We’re proud to have our author Natalia Doan and her latest book featured in international news 🌍 A recent WJLA report highlights her book Civil War Samurai, a remarkable story
Environmental History Week 2026
All week long, we spotlighted books and series that explore how human history and the natural world are deeply intertwined. 🌎 🌱 Environmental history explores how humans and nature have
Book series: creating intellectual continuity and visibility
A strong academic series builds a field. Leiden University Press publishes internationally recognised book series that support long-term scholarly dialogue and disciplinary development. Our series bring together leading scholars, emerging
Call for Proposals
Behind every book is a community of scholars, editors, reviewers, and research networks. At Leiden University Press, we work closely with our authors throughout the publishing journey — from proposal
Kyoto University book launch
Join us for a thought-provoking hybrid event by Kyoto University, bringing together scholars and participants to explore Global Knowledge Production about China. 📖 The lecture will be given by our
Discover our OA titles
Open Access is central to the future of academic publishing! 📚 Leiden University Press actively supports sustainable Open Access models to ensure that research is accessible to readers worldwide —
VDLG Studiedag
Religieuze teksten en rituelen onderzoeken in de klas: Een religiewetenschappelijke vakmethodiek werd deze week officieel gelanceerd tijdens Studiedag VDLG 2026. We waren blij om tijdens dit belangrijke evenement in contact
London Book Fair 2026!
We’re excited to be at London Book Fair, which is now in full swing! 📚 Our LUP team is enjoying the vibrant atmosphere, meeting colleagues from across the publishing world,
Podcast Spotlight: Historical Perspectives on Refugee Protection
At Leiden University Press, we are committed to publishing scholarship that deepens our understanding of pressing global issues through rigorous historical and interdisciplinary research. A recent podcast episode featuring Francesca