LINGUA NOSTRA
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating the complexities of language studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Linguistics:
The journal emphasizes the evolution and historical context of the Italian language, exploring various periods, dialects, and significant linguistic shifts. - Lexicography and Terminology:
A core focus on the study of lexicons, including specialized terminology in fields such as psychoanalysis, law, and cultural studies, reflecting the journal's commitment to understanding language in specific contexts. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
LINGUA NOSTRA encourages interdisciplinary research that intersects linguistics with law, literature, and cultural studies, highlighting the multifaceted nature of language. - Cultural and Social Linguistics:
The journal examines the relationship between language and society, including the impact of social changes on language use and the role of language in cultural identity. - Contemporary Linguistic Issues:
Research addressing modern linguistic challenges, including the effects of social phenomena like COVID-19 on language, showcases the journal's relevance to current events.
Trending and Emerging
- Language and Identity:
There is a growing focus on how language shapes and reflects cultural identity, particularly in the context of immigration and globalization, indicating an evolving discourse on language use. - Impact of COVID-19 on Language:
Recent studies analyzing the language used during the COVID-19 pandemic suggest an emerging interest in how crises influence linguistic practices and public discourse. - Psychoanalysis and Language:
An increasing number of publications exploring the terminology of psychoanalysis in Italy indicates a trend towards integrating psychological perspectives into linguistic studies. - Interdisciplinary Dialogues:
The trend towards interdisciplinary research, particularly at the intersection of linguistics, law, and cultural studies, highlights a burgeoning interest in how language operates within various societal frameworks. - Historical Contextualization of Modern Language:
Emerging themes include the historical contextualization of contemporary language use, reflecting a desire to understand current linguistic phenomena through a historical lens.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Lexicography:
There has been a noticeable decline in studies focusing solely on traditional lexicographic practices, as newer methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches gain traction. - Historical Figures and Events:
Research centered exclusively on historical figures, such as specific poets or linguists from earlier centuries, seems to be waning, possibly overshadowed by broader thematic explorations. - Dialect Studies:
While dialect studies have been a staple, there appears to be a reduction in papers dedicated solely to regional dialects, as the journal shifts towards more contemporary linguistic analyses. - Language Purism:
Themes related to language purism, particularly in the context of Italian language preservation, are becoming less frequent, suggesting a move towards a more inclusive understanding of language evolution.
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