Transcultural Studies
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Ideas Across Transcultural Landscapes
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Transcultural Analysis of Enmity and Conflict:
The journal consistently explores themes of enmity, conflict, and ambivalence, particularly in contexts such as Israel/Palestine and wartime experiences. It examines how these sentiments shape cultural narratives and identities. - Cultural Revivalism and Identity Formation:
A significant focus is placed on cultural revivalism, particularly in regions like Israel and China. This area investigates how societies reshape their identities in response to historical and contemporary challenges. - Mobility and Artistic Practices:
The journal emphasizes the role of mobility in cultural exchanges, highlighting how artists and intellectuals navigate and influence transcultural spaces. - Historical and Iconographic Investigations:
The incorporation of historical and iconographic studies allows for a nuanced understanding of how cultural artifacts and narratives evolve over time, providing insights into cross-cultural interactions. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Cultural Studies:
The journal embraces interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from history, art, literature, and philosophy to create a holistic view of transcultural phenomena.
Trending and Emerging
- Ambivalence and Complexity in Cultural Relations:
There is an increasing interest in the ambivalence of cultural interactions, particularly in contexts of conflict and enmity, suggesting a deeper understanding of how these emotions shape societal narratives. - Islamic and Eastern Perspectives in Global Contexts:
The journal is seeing a rise in discussions surrounding Islamic and Eastern perspectives, exploring their contributions to global cultural dialogues and challenging Western-centric narratives. - Culinary and Material Culture as Transcultural Expressions:
Recent studies highlight the significance of culinary practices and material culture as vital expressions of transcultural interactions, emphasizing how food and artifacts serve as mediums for cultural exchange. - Interdisciplinary Connections between Art and Society:
Emerging themes focus on the connections between artistic practices and social movements, reflecting how art can mediate cultural identity and influence societal change. - Environmental Perspectives in Transcultural Studies:
The journal is beginning to incorporate environmental themes, examining how transcultural studies can inform discussions on sustainability, nature, and the Anthropocene.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional National Culture Models:
There is a noticeable reduction in the focus on strictly national culture models, as scholars increasingly advocate for transcultural approaches that transcend national boundaries. - Simplistic Dualistic Narratives:
The journal has moved away from simplistic dualistic assessments of culture, favoring more complex, nuanced understandings of cultural interactions that acknowledge ambivalence and hybridity. - Historical Exclusivity in Cultural Studies:
Themes that prioritize exclusive historical narratives over inclusive, global perspectives seem to be waning, as researchers seek to incorporate broader, more interconnected historical contexts.
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