Modern Italy
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Depths of Italian Culture and Society
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Italian Studies:
The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary research that explores Italian culture, history, politics, and society, integrating perspectives from literature, film, sociology, and history. - Focus on Historical Contexts:
A significant portion of the journal's articles delve into historical contexts, particularly regarding fascism, colonialism, and the evolution of modern Italy through various socio-political lenses. - Cultural Representation and Identity:
Exploration of cultural representations in visual and literary forms, addressing themes of identity, migration, and gender, particularly in relation to how these elements shape contemporary Italian society. - Analysis of Political Movements and Ideologies:
The journal regularly publishes analyses of political movements, including populism, feminism, and the legacy of fascism, providing insights into their implications for modern Italy. - Migration and Diaspora Studies:
Research on migration patterns, diasporas, and their cultural implications is a core area, reflecting Italy's historical and contemporary role as a site of migration and cultural exchange.
Trending and Emerging
- Race and Ethnicity in Italian Society:
Recent articles increasingly address race and ethnicity, exploring their implications in contemporary Italian identity and social dynamics, reflecting a growing critical discourse around these topics. - Environmental and Ecological Perspectives:
There is a notable increase in research focusing on environmental history and ecological concerns, linking Italy's past with current environmental challenges and sustainability. - Cultural Memory and Trauma:
Emerging themes revolve around cultural memory, trauma, and how these historical experiences shape Italian identity today, particularly in relation to migration and colonial legacies. - Food and Cultural Politics:
The intersection of food, culture, and politics is gaining traction, as studies examine how food practices reflect and influence social and political dynamics in Italy. - Transnational and Migrant Perspectives:
An increasing number of publications explore transnational identities and migrant experiences, emphasizing Italy's role in global migration patterns and cultural exchanges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Nationalism:
Discussions centered solely on traditional nationalism in Italy have seen a decline, as the focus shifts towards more complex identities and the impacts of globalization. - Exclusively Historical Narratives:
There is a waning interest in purely historical narratives without contemporary relevance, as the journal increasingly prioritizes connections between history and current social issues. - Conventional Gender Studies:
While gender remains an important theme, the approach has evolved beyond traditional studies to encompass intersectionality and broader socio-political contexts, leading to less focus on conventional narratives. - Fascism in Isolation:
Studies of fascism that do not connect to contemporary political dynamics or cultural representations are becoming less frequent, as the journal seeks to contextualize fascism within ongoing discussions of populism and identity.
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