TEXTUAL PRACTICE
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating the Cultural Impact of Texts
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Literary Analysis:
The journal promotes an interdisciplinary approach, merging literary studies with cultural studies, history, philosophy, and the social sciences to deepen understanding of texts within broader contexts. - Focus on Marginalized Voices:
TEXTUAL PRACTICE emphasizes the importance of marginalized voices and perspectives, particularly from postcolonial, feminist, and queer viewpoints, examining how these narratives reshape literary discourse. - Exploration of Form and Medium:
The journal investigates the relationship between literary form and meaning, often analyzing how different media (such as film, visual arts, and digital platforms) influence textual interpretation and cultural production. - Critical Engagement with Contemporary Issues:
There is a consistent focus on contemporary social, political, and environmental issues, with scholarship that reflects on how literature responds to and critiques current crises and injustices. - Revisiting Canonical Texts:
TEXTUAL PRACTICE engages with canonical texts through new critical frameworks, encouraging fresh readings that highlight their relevance in today's literary landscape.
Trending and Emerging
- Ecocriticism and Environmental Humanities:
A significant increase in ecocritical scholarship reflects a growing concern for environmental issues within literature, exploring how texts engage with climate change, ecological crises, and sustainability. - Queer Theory and LGBTQ+ Narratives:
There is a notable rise in studies focusing on queer theory and LGBTQ+ narratives, highlighting the importance of sexual identity and representation in contemporary literature. - Digital Humanities and New Media:
Emerging themes related to digital humanities and the impact of new media on literary production and criticism are gaining traction, as scholars explore the implications of technology on reading and writing. - Global and Transnational Perspectives:
An increasing emphasis on global and transnational literary studies reflects a growing interest in how literature transcends national boundaries, engaging with themes of migration, diaspora, and cultural exchange. - Intersectionality in Literary Studies:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that explore the intersectionality of race, gender, class, and sexuality in literature, reflecting a more nuanced understanding of identity and power dynamics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There is a noticeable decline in papers that adhere strictly to conventional historical narratives or approaches, as the journal increasingly favors innovative and experimental forms of scholarship. - Formalism without Contextualization:
Formalistic analyses that do not engage with broader cultural or political contexts seem to be waning, replaced by studies that emphasize the interconnectedness of form and societal issues. - Nostalgic Literary Criticism:
Critiques that focus on nostalgia or romanticized views of literature's past are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more critical and contemporary engagements.
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