Folk Life-Journal of Ethnological Studies
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Essence of Culture through Ethnological Insight.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Heritage and Identity:
The journal emphasizes the importance of cultural heritage, exploring how traditions and practices shape personal and collective identities within specific communities. - Material Culture:
Research often highlights the significance of objects, textiles, and artifacts in understanding the historical and contemporary lives of people, focusing on the interplay between material culture and social practices. - Folklore and Oral Traditions:
The journal publishes studies on folklore, oral histories, and narratives, investigating how these elements contribute to community memory and cultural transmission. - Ethnographic Methodologies:
A consistent focus on ethnographic research methods allows for in-depth analysis of communities and practices, providing rich qualitative insights into folk life. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal encourages interdisciplinary perspectives, merging anthropology, history, sociology, and cultural studies to provide comprehensive analyses of folk life.
Trending and Emerging
- Material and Visual Culture:
There is an increasing emphasis on the material and visual aspects of culture, as evidenced by studies focusing on textile traditions and the visual representation of heritage. - Intangible Cultural Heritage:
Research exploring intangible cultural heritage, particularly in relation to food and community practices, is gaining momentum, aligning with global trends in cultural preservation. - Identity and Belonging:
Themes surrounding identity, belonging, and community dynamics are increasingly prevalent, reflecting contemporary societal concerns and the impact of globalization on local cultures. - Environmental and Ecological Perspectives:
Emerging studies are beginning to incorporate environmental and ecological perspectives, examining how folk practices interact with and respond to environmental changes. - Digital Ethnography and Technology:
The integration of digital tools and methodologies in ethnographic research is becoming more common, allowing for innovative approaches to studying folk life in the digital age.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Food Studies:
Although food culture remains a topic of interest, the specific focus on traditional food studies has seen a decrease, as researchers increasingly explore broader themes such as food as intangible cultural heritage. - Historical Architecture:
Research on historical architecture, while still relevant, appears to be less frequent, perhaps overshadowed by more dynamic themes such as material culture and community practices. - Conventional Folklore Studies:
There seems to be a waning interest in conventional folklore studies, as scholars shift their focus towards contemporary practices and the implications of folklore in modern contexts. - Rural vs. Urban Folk Life:
The distinction between rural and urban folk life is becoming less pronounced in recent publications, indicating a potential decline in studies solely focused on rural traditions.
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