Babel-Litteratures Plurielles
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Tapestry of Global Literature
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Literary Analysis:
The journal emphasizes comprehensive literary analysis, integrating perspectives from various disciplines such as philosophy, history, and cultural studies to deepen the understanding of literary texts. - Exploration of Identity and Otherness:
A significant focus is placed on themes of identity, particularly in relation to cultural, social, and existential contexts, often examining the concept of 'otherness' in literature. - Critical Engagement with Historical Contexts:
The journal frequently investigates the historical and cultural contexts surrounding literary works, particularly in relation to Mediterranean literature and authors, contributing to a broader understanding of how history shapes narrative. - Focus on Influential Authors and Texts:
There is a consistent emphasis on prominent literary figures, particularly Leonardo Sciascia, with various analyses that explore their contributions to literature and their reflections on societal issues. - Multilingual and Multicultural Perspectives:
The journal promotes a multilingual approach, encouraging studies that reflect on the diversity of languages and cultures, particularly in relation to Mediterranean literature.
Trending and Emerging
- Investigative Narratives and Essay-Style Writing:
There is a growing trend towards the exploration of investigative narratives, particularly in relation to Sciascia's works, reflecting a broader interest in blending fiction with socio-political commentary. - Cultural Representation and Power Dynamics:
Recent publications increasingly engage with themes of power dynamics and cultural representation, examining how literature reflects and critiques societal structures and injustices. - Intermediality and Cross-Genre Works:
The journal is seeing a rise in studies that explore intermediality, where literature intersects with visual arts, film, and other media, indicating a shift towards hybrid forms of storytelling. - Literature and Migration Issues:
Emerging discussions around literature's role in addressing migration and its socio-political ramifications are becoming more prominent, reflecting current global challenges. - Narratives of Insularity and Identity:
There is an increasing focus on narratives that explore themes of insularity, identity, and existential solitude, particularly in relation to Mediterranean contexts, revealing a nuanced understanding of cultural isolation.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Literary Genres:
There seems to be a decline in the publication of articles focused on traditional literary genres, as the journal increasingly gravitates towards innovative forms and cross-genre explorations. - Classical Mediterranean Literature:
While classical texts have historically been a focus, recent issues suggest a waning interest in purely classical Mediterranean literature in favor of contemporary narratives and their socio-political implications. - Single Author Studies:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies centered solely on individual authors outside of the prominent focus on Sciascia, suggesting a shift towards broader thematic or comparative analyses. - Abstract Theoretical Discussions:
The journal appears to be moving away from highly abstract theoretical discussions, favoring more grounded analyses that connect literature to tangible social and cultural issues. - Regional Studies in Isolation:
The focus on regional studies as isolated entities is declining, with a growing preference for transnational and comparative frameworks that encompass broader Mediterranean contexts.
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