CANADIAN REVIEW OF AMERICAN STUDIES
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Depths of American Culture
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing from fields such as literature, history, cultural studies, and sociology to provide a nuanced understanding of American culture and its relationship with Canadian identity. - Cultural Representation:
A consistent focus on how cultural artifacts—literature, film, and media—represent and engage with themes of identity, race, gender, and power dynamics within North American contexts. - Historical Contextualization:
The journal often contextualizes contemporary issues within historical frameworks, examining how past events and cultural movements shape current societal norms and attitudes. - Emerging Voices and Perspectives:
The publication is committed to highlighting diverse voices, particularly from marginalized communities, and exploring themes of diaspora, immigration, and transnationalism. - Critical Theory and Analysis:
Utilizing various critical theories such as postcolonialism, feminism, and queer theory, the journal seeks to challenge conventional narratives and explore new interpretations of American culture.
Trending and Emerging
- Queer and Gender Studies:
An increasing number of papers focus on queer theory and gender studies, particularly in relation to popular culture and media, reflecting a broader societal interest in LGBTQ+ representation and rights. - Ecocriticism and Environmental Studies:
There is a notable trend towards ecocriticism, examining the interplay between literature, culture, and the environment, which addresses contemporary concerns over climate change and ecological sustainability. - Transnational and Diaspora Studies:
Emerging themes in transnationalism and diaspora highlight the fluidity of identities and cultural exchanges, reflecting the complexities of migration and cultural hybridity in North America. - Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality:
A growing interest in critical race theory and intersectionality is evident, with scholars exploring how race, class, and gender intersect in shaping experiences and representations in American culture. - Media Studies and Digital Culture:
Recent publications increasingly engage with media studies, particularly the analysis of digital culture, social media, and their impact on contemporary identity and societal dynamics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on traditional historical narratives that do not engage with contemporary cultural or social issues, indicating a shift towards more dynamic and interdisciplinary approaches. - Conventional Literary Criticism:
Papers that adhere strictly to conventional literary criticism without incorporating broader cultural or historical contexts are appearing less frequently, as the journal moves towards more integrative methodologies. - National Identity as a Sole Focus:
Research centered exclusively on national identity, particularly from a singular Canadian or American perspective, has waned, as scholars increasingly address transnational and global contexts. - Static Gender Roles and Representations:
Themes exploring fixed gender roles and representations seem to be declining, as newer works emphasize fluidity and intersectionality in gender studies. - Focus on Traditional Media:
There is a diminishing emphasis on traditional media forms like print literature alone, as the journal increasingly prioritizes analyses of contemporary digital media and its cultural implications.
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