Common Knowledge
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Understanding in Humanities and Theory
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal emphasizes research that bridges various disciplines, such as philosophy, literature, history, and cultural studies, encouraging scholars to draw connections between these fields. - Cultural Critique:
A consistent focus on cultural critique allows for the examination of societal norms, ideologies, and historical narratives, aiming to challenge dominant perspectives and foster new understandings. - Philosophical Inquiry:
The journal publishes works that engage deeply with philosophical questions, often addressing contemporary issues through historical and theoretical lenses. - Historical Contextualization:
Papers often explore historical contexts of ideas, movements, and cultural practices, providing a rich backdrop for understanding modern implications and relevance. - Literary Analysis:
Literary studies are a core aspect of the journal, with a focus on how literature reflects and shapes cultural and philosophical discourses.
Trending and Emerging
- Post-Truth Discourse:
An increasing focus on themes surrounding post-truth politics and the implications for knowledge production reflects contemporary societal challenges and philosophical inquiries into truth and belief. - Cultural Memory and Trauma:
There is a rising interest in exploring cultural memory and trauma, particularly in relation to historical events, societal conflicts, and their representations in literature and art. - Environmental Humanities:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that engage with environmental issues through a humanities lens, emphasizing the interconnections between culture, nature, and ethical considerations. - Global Perspectives:
Emerging themes include a focus on global perspectives and transnational dialogues, highlighting diverse cultural narratives and their interactions in a globalized world. - Intersectionality in Cultural Studies:
The exploration of intersectionality within cultural studies is gaining traction, as scholars investigate how various identities and social categories intersect to shape experiences and knowledge.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There appears to be a decrease in publications focusing solely on traditional historical narratives, perhaps indicating a shift towards more critical and intersectional approaches to history. - Strictly Literary Studies:
Papers that focus exclusively on literary analysis without integrating broader cultural or philosophical discussions are becoming less frequent, suggesting a move towards more interdisciplinary frameworks. - Ancient Philosophy:
Interest in ancient philosophical texts and their implications seems to be waning, as contemporary issues and modern philosophical debates take precedence in recent publications. - Biographical Studies:
There is a noticeable decline in works centered around biographical studies of historical figures, indicating a preference for broader thematic explorations rather than individual narratives. - Narrowly Defined Genres:
The journal is moving away from narrowly defined genre studies within literature, favoring more expansive discussions that incorporate multiple genres and forms.
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