ANGELAKI-JOURNAL OF THE THEORETICAL HUMANITIES
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Scholarly Engagement in Theoretical Frameworks
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Philosophical Inquiry:
The journal emphasizes deep philosophical explorations, particularly through the works of influential thinkers such as Jacques Derrida and Michel Serres. It seeks to interrogate concepts of existence, ethics, and the human condition. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
'Angelaki' embraces an interdisciplinary methodology, integrating insights from literature, psychoanalysis, ecology, and political theory to enrich its analyses and discussions. - Crisis and Contemporary Issues:
A consistent theme in the journal is the examination of crises—be they environmental, social, or existential—through a critical lens that seeks to understand their implications for humanity and culture. - Aesthetics and Representation:
The journal often investigates the role of aesthetics in shaping human experience, focusing on how art, literature, and cultural narratives reflect and influence societal values and ethical considerations. - Witnessing and Testimony:
Exploring concepts of witnessing, testimony, and their ethical dimensions is a hallmark of the journal, particularly in the context of contemporary trauma and historical narratives. - Theoretical Innovations:
The journal is a space for theoretical innovations, often challenging traditional paradigms and proposing new frameworks for understanding human experience and societal structures.
Trending and Emerging
- Environmental Humanities:
Recent publications increasingly focus on the environmental humanities, exploring the intersections of ecology, ethics, and human existence, particularly in light of the Anthropocene. - Posthumanism and Non-Anthropocentrism:
There is a growing emphasis on posthumanist theories that challenge anthropocentric views, exploring the relationships between humans and non-human entities in a more interconnected world. - Ethics and Responsibility:
A heightened interest in ethical considerations, particularly in relation to biopolitics, community, and responsibility, is evident, reflecting a societal concern for moral dimensions in contemporary life. - Aesthetic Witnessing:
The concept of aesthetic witnessing is gaining traction, focusing on how art and literature serve as forms of testimony in addressing trauma and historical injustices. - Digital Humanities and Technology:
The integration of digital humanities and the impact of technology on contemporary thought and culture are emerging themes, highlighting the relevance of digital discourse in theoretical inquiries.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Humanism:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional humanist perspectives, especially those that do not engage with contemporary crises or the complexities of post-humanist thought. - Purely Historical Analyses:
Papers focusing exclusively on historical analyses without connecting to current theoretical debates or contemporary issues are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more relevant and applied theoretical frameworks. - Static Philosophical Doctrines:
There is a noticeable decrease in articles that adhere strictly to static philosophical doctrines, as the journal increasingly favors dynamic and evolving theoretical discussions that reflect current social realities. - Conventional Literary Criticism:
Conventional approaches to literary criticism that do not incorporate broader theoretical implications or interdisciplinary connections are appearing less frequently, suggesting a move towards more innovative and integrative methods.
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