COMITATUS-A JOURNAL OF MEDIEVAL AND RENAISSANCE STUDIES
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue on Cultural Phenomena of the Past
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Medieval and Renaissance Studies:
The journal emphasizes the integration of various disciplines, including literature, history, art history, and cultural studies, to provide a holistic understanding of the medieval and early modern periods. - Exploration of Gender and Identity:
A consistent focus on gender studies and identity politics is evident, with papers examining the roles and representations of women, race, and sexuality in medieval and early modern contexts. - Cultural and Historical Contextualization:
The journal frequently situates medieval and renaissance texts within broader socio-political and cultural frameworks, investigating how historical narratives shape literary and artistic expressions. - Engagement with Modern Relevance:
Research often draws connections between historical themes and contemporary issues, exploring how medieval and renaissance studies can inform current discussions on identity, ethics, and cultural memory. - Innovative Literary Analyses:
The journal showcases innovative readings of classical texts, employing contemporary theoretical frameworks to reinterpret well-known works and challenge traditional narratives.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Humanities and Medieval Studies:
An increasing number of papers explore the intersection of digital technologies with medieval studies, highlighting how digital platforms can enhance the accessibility and understanding of historical texts and artifacts. - Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Exchange:
There is a growing focus on race, ethnicity, and cultural interactions, particularly in the context of colonialism and globalization, which reflects contemporary discussions about diversity and representation. - Environmental and Ecological Perspectives:
Emerging themes related to ecology and the environment are becoming more prominent, with scholars examining how medieval texts and practices can inform modern ecological concerns. - Emotional and Affective Turn:
The journal is witnessing an uptick in research that investigates emotions and affect in medieval and early modern contexts, emphasizing how feelings influenced social and cultural dynamics. - Feminist and Queer Readings:
A notable trend includes feminist and queer theoretical frameworks applied to historical texts, which challenge traditional narratives and seek to recover marginalized voices and experiences.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers that strictly adhere to traditional historical narratives, as the journal increasingly favors interdisciplinary and critical approaches that challenge established historiography. - Purely Textual Analyses:
The focus on purely textual analyses without contextual or interdisciplinary perspectives seems to be waning, as recent publications favor broader cultural and historical contexts. - Conventional Art Historical Studies:
There is a shift away from conventional methodologies in art history, with fewer papers concentrating solely on stylistic analysis or formalism, indicating a move towards more integrated studies that connect art with social and political issues.
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