RAMUS-CRITICAL STUDIES IN GREEK AND ROMAN LITERATURE
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating Classical Texts for Modern Minds
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Classical Texts:
The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary research, integrating perspectives from fields such as gender studies, queer theory, cultural studies, and performance studies to provide fresh insights into ancient literature. - Cultural and Historical Contextualization:
A consistent focus is placed on the cultural and historical contexts of Greek and Roman literature, examining how these texts reflect and influence societal norms and values. - Critical Engagement with Classical Reception:
The journal explores the reception of classical literature in modern contexts, analyzing how ancient texts are reinterpreted and reimagined in contemporary art, literature, and theory. - Innovative Methodological Frameworks:
RAMUS encourages the use of innovative methodologies, such as close reading, performative analysis, and theoretical critique, to deepen the understanding of classical works. - Focus on Marginalized Voices:
A significant aspect of the journal's mission is to highlight marginalized voices within classical literature, including gender, race, and class perspectives, thereby broadening the scope of classical studies.
Trending and Emerging
- Embodiment and Physicality in Classical Texts:
There is a growing interest in exploring concepts of embodiment and physicality, particularly in relation to texts like Vitruvius' works, examining how physical forms are represented and interpreted in both ancient and modern contexts. - Queer Theory and Classical Literature:
An increasing number of papers are engaging with queer theory, analyzing classical texts through the lens of sexuality and identity, which reflects a broader trend in the humanities towards inclusivity and diverse perspectives. - Intersectionality in Classical Studies:
The journal is witnessing a rise in discussions around intersectionality, particularly in relation to race, gender, and class within classical literature, indicating a shift towards more nuanced analyses. - Contemporary Cultural Critique:
Emerging themes often involve applying contemporary cultural critiques to classical texts, allowing for innovative interpretations that resonate with current societal issues and debates. - Performance Studies and Classical Reception:
There is a notable trend towards exploring the performative aspects of classical literature, including adaptations in theater and other art forms, highlighting the dynamic relationship between ancient texts and modern performance.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Textual Analysis:
There appears to be a decrease in conventional textual analysis that does not engage with contemporary theoretical frameworks, as scholars increasingly prioritize interdisciplinary and critical approaches. - Focus on Classical Mythology in Isolation:
The focus on classical mythology as a standalone subject has diminished, with fewer papers exploring myths without connecting them to modern social or political themes. - Historical Biographies of Classical Authors:
There is a noticeable reduction in papers dedicated to biographical studies of classical authors, as the journal shifts towards broader thematic explorations and critical engagements. - Conventional Gender Studies:
Traditional gender studies that do not incorporate intersectionality are becoming less prominent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes diverse and complex representations of gender. - Historical Linguistics and Philology:
Research focused solely on historical linguistics and philological analysis of texts is less frequent, indicating a move towards more contextual and thematic explorations.
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