Prism-Theory and Modern Chinese Literature
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Innovative Research in Modern Chinese Narratives
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Theoretical Frameworks of Literary Creation:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of various theories of literary creation, particularly focusing on different historical periods such as the Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties, providing a comparative analysis of these frameworks. - Digital Transformations in Literature:
It explores how digital media and technology are reshaping literary practices, forms, and performances, highlighting the intersection of traditional literature with modern technological innovations. - Cultural and Ecological Critiques:
The journal addresses ecological motifs and cultural critiques within Chinese literature, examining how literature interacts with themes of colonialism, identity, and environmental issues. - Transnational and Translingual Perspectives:
There is a strong focus on transnational and cross-cultural influences in Chinese literature, investigating how Chinese literary texts engage with global literary trends and dialogues, especially in the context of diaspora and multiculturalism. - Gender and Ethnic Studies:
The journal delves into gender dynamics and representations of ethnic minorities within Chinese literature, reflecting on the complexities of identity and cultural narratives in a modern context.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Literary Practices:
The rise of digital literary practices is a significant trend, with numerous papers examining how digital platforms and technologies are transforming writing, performance, and audience engagement in modern Chinese literature. - Interdisciplinary Ecocriticism:
There is an increasing focus on ecocriticism and environmental themes, exploring how literature addresses ecological crises and the relationship between culture and nature, particularly in the context of contemporary challenges. - Globalization and Transnational Narratives:
Emerging themes include the exploration of globalization's impact on Chinese literature, with a focus on transnational narratives that reflect the complexities of identity in a globalized world. - Queer and Gender Studies:
There is a growing interest in queer and gender studies within Chinese literature, with more papers addressing fluid identities, gender performance, and the intersection of gender with cultural and political discourses. - Cultural Remembrance in Cyberspace:
Papers are increasingly exploring themes of cultural remembrance and nostalgia in the context of cyberspace, investigating how digital spaces allow for the reimagining and reinterpretation of cultural and literary heritage.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focused exclusively on traditional historical narratives or canonical texts without a modern reinterpretation, suggesting a shift towards contemporary relevance and innovation. - Purely Aesthetic Critiques:
The focus on purely aesthetic critiques of literature has waned, indicating a move towards interdisciplinary approaches that integrate social, political, and technological contexts rather than isolating aesthetic considerations. - Localized Cultural Studies:
Research centered solely on localized cultural studies within specific regions of China is appearing less frequently, as the journal increasingly emphasizes broader transnational and comparative studies. - Static Gender Roles:
There is a diminishing interest in static representations of gender roles in literature, with a growing focus on fluidity and intersectionality, reflecting contemporary discussions in gender studies. - Non-Digital Literary Forms:
Research on non-digital literary forms without consideration of their digital counterparts or implications is less common, as the discourse increasingly acknowledges the impact of digital culture on all aspects of literature.
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