Tirant
Scope & Guideline
Unlocking new perspectives in History and Literary Studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Chivalric Literature Studies:
The journal centers on the analysis of chivalric texts, exploring their themes, characters, and narrative structures, which are pivotal to understanding the socio-cultural contexts of the time. - Digital Humanities Applications:
There is a strong emphasis on the integration of digital tools and methodologies, such as stylometry and network analysis, to enhance the study of chivalric works and their historical significance. - Cultural and Historical Contextualization:
The journal places significant focus on the cultural and historical backgrounds of the chivalric literature, examining how these texts reflect and influence the societies in which they were produced. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Tirant encourages interdisciplinary research, merging literary studies with history, gender studies, and visual culture to provide a comprehensive examination of chivalric narratives. - Bibliographic and Archival Research:
The journal promotes the exploration of bibliographic sources and archival material related to chivalric literature, facilitating a deeper understanding of the evolution and dissemination of these texts.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Editions and Scholarly Resources:
There is an increasing trend towards the creation and analysis of digital editions of chivalric texts, which allows for wider accessibility and innovative research methodologies. - Gender and Identity Studies:
Emerging themes in gender studies, particularly in relation to chivalric narratives, are gaining traction, as scholars explore issues of gender identity, representation, and transgression within the genre. - Cultural Memory and Heritage:
A rising interest in the cultural memory associated with chivalric literature is evident, as researchers examine how these texts influence contemporary culture and identity. - Intertextuality and Adaptation:
Scholarly focus on intertextual relations and adaptations of chivalric works into other media, such as film and music, indicates a broader engagement with the legacy of these narratives. - Environmental and Ecocritical Perspectives:
Recent publications are beginning to explore ecocritical perspectives within chivalric literature, examining themes of nature and the environment in historical contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Literary Analysis:
There is a noticeable decline in conventional literary analysis of chivalric texts, as scholars increasingly gravitate towards digital methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches. - Focus on Non-Spanish Chivalric Works:
The journal has seen a decrease in studies dedicated to non-Spanish chivalric texts, indicating a narrowing of focus primarily to Spanish literature and its cultural ramifications. - Historical Narratives without Modern Contextualization:
There is less emphasis on purely historical narratives of chivalric literature without linking them to contemporary issues, such as gender studies or digital humanities. - Minimalist Studies on Specific Texts:
Research on isolated texts or authors has diminished, suggesting a shift towards broader thematic explorations and comparative studies within the genre.
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