BYZANTINE AND MODERN GREEK STUDIES
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Depths of Greek History and Culture
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Byzantine History and Culture:
The journal extensively covers the political, social, and cultural developments of the Byzantine Empire, examining its influence on subsequent periods and cultures. - Modern Greek Studies:
It explores the evolution of Greek identity, literature, and culture from the Byzantine era to contemporary times, emphasizing the connections between historical events and modern societal dynamics. - Art and Visual Culture:
The journal publishes research on Byzantine and modern Greek art, including iconography, architecture, and the role of art in cultural identity and expression. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Emphasizing a blend of methodologies, the journal encourages contributions that incorporate history, literary analysis, and cultural studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of topics. - Political and Social Dynamics:
Research often focuses on the interplay between politics and society in both Byzantine and modern contexts, including studies on governance, law, and social structures. - Linguistic and Literary Analysis:
The journal features analyses of Greek language evolution, literature, and poetry, highlighting significant authors and movements throughout history.
Trending and Emerging
- Cultural Interactions and Global Perspectives:
There is a growing interest in exploring how Byzantine and modern Greek culture interacts with other cultures, reflecting a trend towards global perspectives in historical analysis. - Gender Studies and Female Agency:
Recent research increasingly highlights women's roles and agency in both Byzantine and modern contexts, addressing issues of social capital, representation, and artistic contributions. - Queer Studies and Identity:
The exploration of queer identities within the context of Greek culture, particularly in modern literature and film, is emerging as a significant area of study, reflecting broader societal changes. - Environmental and Ecological Perspectives:
Scholarly work is beginning to incorporate environmental history and ecological considerations, examining the relationship between culture, identity, and the natural world. - Modernity and Postmodernity in Greek Culture:
There is an increasing focus on the implications of modernity and postmodernity within Greek literature, art, and society, analyzing how these concepts shape contemporary Greek identity.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Byzantine Literature:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies focusing on classical Byzantine literature, such as epic poetry and historical texts, as more contemporary themes and methodologies gain traction. - Static Historical Narratives:
Research that presents a linear or static view of Byzantine history is becoming less prominent, with a shift towards more dynamic and multifaceted approaches that consider cultural interactions and complexities. - Narrow Nationalistic Perspectives:
Papers that emphasize a strictly nationalistic interpretation of Greek history are waning, as scholars increasingly adopt transnational and comparative frameworks in their analyses. - Iconography and Symbolism Analysis:
While still relevant, studies focused solely on iconographic analysis without contextual historical or cultural discussions are being published less frequently. - Focus on Medieval Religious Practices:
Research on specific medieval religious practices, particularly those that do not connect to broader social or political themes, has seen a decline, indicating a shift towards studies that integrate multiple dimensions.
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