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Multilingualism, Identity, and Language Ideologies: Insights from the globale°-Polyphonie Cooperation
No full textThe article examines the interplay between multilingualism, identity, and language ideologies in contemporary German-language literature through the cooperation between the globale° festival for border-crossing literature (Bremen) and the research network Polyphonie (Universities of Genoa and Catania). Bringing together artistic practice and academic inquiry, the paper explores how multilingual authors writing in German engage with questions of agency, belonging, and linguistic attitudes in times of political and cultural transformation. Drawing on qualitative analyses of biographical interviews with selected authors, it discusses how linguistic experiences and ideologies manifest in literary and personal narratives, particularly in contexts marked by transnational and geopolitical tensions. The contribution aims to highlight the potential of cross-disciplinary collaborations to deepen our understanding of the ethical, affective, and creative dimensions of multilingual writing.L’articolo esamina l’interazione tra plurilinguismo, identità e ideologie linguistiche nella letteratura contemporanea di lingua tedesca, attraverso la collaborazione tra il festival globale° di letteratura transnazionale (Brema) e il network di ricerca Polyphonie (Università di Genova e Catania). Collegando pratica artistica e indagine accademica, il contributo esplora come autrici e autori plurilingui che scrivono in tedesco affrontino questioni di agency, appartenenza e linguaggio in tempi di trasformazione politica e culturale. Basandosi su analisi qualitative di interviste biografiche condotte con un gruppo selezionato di autori, l’articolo discute come le esperienze e le ideologie linguistiche si manifestino nei racconti letterari e personali, in particolare in contesti segnati da tensioni transnazionali e geopolitiche. Il contributo mira a mettere in luce il potenziale delle collaborazioni interdisciplinari nel promuovere una comprensione più profonda delle dimensioni etiche, affettive e creative della scrittura plurilingue
Multilingual Literature, Literary Studies and the Literary Field
No full textThis article gives an overview of research on literary multilingualism during the past decades and explores some of the concepts and approaches that have been suggested by scholars. This also includes a definition or, rather, a discussion of the different possibilities to define literary multilingualism and/or multilingualism in literature. This leads to what can be called the "dark sides" of literary multilingualism, i.e. what lies beyond the celebration and idealisation of multilingualism, self-translation and hybridity. In this contribution, these "dark sides" are addressed both in terms of the literary field (or: fields) and in terms of research on literary multilingualism. To do so, positive and negative aspects of definitions, approaches and methodology are confronted.L\u27articolo offre una panoramica delle ricerche sul plurilinguismo letterario sviluppatesi negli ultimi decenni ed esplora alcuni dei concetti e degli approcci proposti da studiose e studiosi in questo ambito. Tra gli aspetti affrontati vi è anche una definizione — o, più precisamente, una discussione delle diverse possibilità di definire il plurilinguismo letterario e/o il plurilinguismo nella letteratura. Da qui prende avvio quella che ci si propone di chiamare la “zona d’ombra” del plurilinguismo letterario, ossia ciò che si colloca al di là della celebrazione e dell’idealizzazione del plurilinguismo, dell’autotraduzione e dell’ibridità. Nel contributo si affrontano queste "zone d’ombra" sia in relazione al campo (o ai campi) letterari, sia in rapporto alla ricerca sul plurilinguismo letterario. A tal fine, si mettono a confronto gli aspetti positivi e negativi delle definizioni, degli approcci e delle metodologie esistenti
Creating Trust through Transparency? A Special Issue
No full textIn an era of increasing public skepticism towards businesses and institutions, organizations are under growing pressure from stakeholders to be transparent and trustworthy in their disclosures. The ability to communicate openly and honestly with stakeholders has become vital for success. Transparency ensures that the information shared is accurate, comprehensive, and accessible, allowing stakeholders to make informed judgments about a company\u27s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. Trust, meanwhile, is the cornerstone of effective communication; built through consistent and honest interactions, it is essential for maintaining stakeholder confidence and support.
This special issue delves into the pivotal roles of transparency and trust in corporate communication, shedding light on how these aspects contribute to corporate credibility. Transparency enables organizations to demonstrate accountability, creating a positive impact on organizational reputation and fostering stronger relationships with stakeholders. Additionally, trust helps in enhancing stakeholder engagement, ensuring they feel valued and informed. Together, transparency and trust form the bedrock of robust business communication strategies, enabling organizations to navigate the complexities of modern corporate environments effectively. By prioritizing clear and honest exchanges, companies can build a solid foundation for long-term success and sustainability. This issue explores various strategies and approaches for enhancing transparency and trust, highlighting their significance in shaping corporate communication practices that resonate with stakeholder expectations and promote organizational integrity
Intersecting Fame and America: An Introduction
No full textIntroduction to the Special Section “Parties, Luxury and American Celebrity: From Gatsby to Instagram.
Dwarves, Love and Society in Spanish Romances of Chivalry: Reflections around a Chapter of Primaleón (1512)
No full textI nani sono presenze comuni nei libri di cavalleria castigliani (secc. XVI-XVII). Tuttavia, non sono stati studiati quanto altri tipi di personaggi meravigliosi di questo genere letterario, per cui molte delle loro caratteristiche non sono ancora state indagate a sufficienza. In questo senso, il capitolo xxviii del Primaleón (1512) rappresenta un buon punto di partenza per esplorare due di queste caratteistiche: la loro capacità di essere protagonisti di situazioni amorose, invece di svolgere soltanto il ruolo di intermediari tra gli innamorati, e la possibile influenza della realtà pubblica e privata dei nani di corte della penisola iberica su questa forma di letteratura.Los enanos son presencias comunes en los libros de caballerías castellanos (ss. XVI-XVII). Sin embargo, no han sido tan estudiados como otros tipos de personajes portentosos de este género literario, por lo que muchas de sus facetas aún no han sido lo suficientemente investigadas. En este sentido, el capítulo xxviii del Primaleón (1512) brinda una buena oportunidad para explorar dos de ellas: su capacidad para protagonizar situaciones amorosas, en vez de ejercer solo como intermediarios entre enamorados, y la posible influencia de la realidad pública y privada de los enanos corteses de la península ibérica en esta forma de literatura.Los enanos son presencias comunes en los libros de caballerías castellanos (ss. XVI-XVII). Sin embargo, no han sido tan estudiados como otros tipos personajes portentosos de este género literario, por lo que muchas de sus facetas aún no han sido lo suficientemente exploradas. En el presente trabajo, exploramos dos de ellas, a través del análisis de lo que acontece en el capítulo xxviii del Primaleón (1512): la capacidad de estos pequeños personajes de protagonizar situaciones amorosas, en vez de ejercer solo como intermediarios, y la posible injerencia de la realidad pública y privada de los enanos corteses de la península ibérica en este tipo de circunstancias literarias.Dwarves are common presences in the Spanish romances of chivalry (16th-17th centuries). However, they have not been as well studied as other types of prodigious characters in this literary genre, so many of their facets have not yet been sufficiently explored. In the present work, we explore two of them, through the analysis of what happens in chapter xxviii of the Primaleón (1512): the ability of these small characters to play roles in love situations, instead of acting only as intermediaries, and the possible interference of the public and private reality of the Iberian Peninsula’s court dwarfs in this type of literary circumstances
Disappointing Expectations. Intersectional Perspectives in Transcultural German Literature
No full textL’articolo indaga i modi in cui la letteratura transculturale nel contesto di lingua tedesca si confronti con l’intersezionalità come quadro critico per comprendere l’identità oltre categorie fisse. Attraverso l’analisi di testi letterari di Olga Grjasnowa e Sasha Marianna Salzmann, unitamente a riflessioni teoriche provenienti dal postumanesimo femminista, lo studio evidenzia come la lingua diventi un luogo di resistenza contro opposizioni binarie e costrutti identitari normativi. L’intersezionalità è considerata non solo come lente sociopolitica, ma anche come strategia linguistica ed estetica che consente l’espressione di soggettività fluide, complesse e non classificabili. L’articolo sostiene una concezione polifonica della lingua tedesca, modellata sulle esperienze vissute di autori e autrici plurilingui e intersezionali.The article investigates how transcultural literature in the German-speaking context engages with intersectionality as a critical framework for understanding identity beyond fixed categories. Through the analysis of literary texts by Olga Grjasnowa and Sasha Marianna Salzmann, and theoretical reflections from Feminist Posthumanities, the study highlights how language becomes a site of resistance against binary oppositions and normative identity constructs. Intersectionality is approached not only as a sociopolitical lens but also as a linguistic and aesthetic strategy that allows for the expression of fluid, complex, and unclassifiable subjectivities. The article advocates for a polyphonic conception of German language shaped by the lived experiences of multilingual and intersectional authors
Introduction to the Sixth Issue
No full textIntroduction to the Sixth Issue of «NuBE».Presentazione del sesto numero di «NuBE»
Recurring Encounters with Dostoevsky’s Creative Spirit: Beginnings and Ends as Continuation
No full textAn introductory article to the new issue of Dostoevsky Studies by the new Managing Editor of the journal
Books on Dostoevsky in Greece: an Overview
No full textThis contribution constitutes a chronological overview of the fifteen main monographs on Dostoevsky published in Greece since the post-war period: described here are works by Tasos Athanasiadis (1955), Aminta Papavasiliou (1965), Nikos Makris (1981), Mikhalis K. Makrakis (1984, Mitsos Alexandropoulos (1984, 1992), Kostis Papagiorgis (1990), Giangos Andreadis (1994), Giannis Panousis (2012), Eleni Ladia (2020), Kostas Despiniadis (2023), Giorgos Kithreotis (2023), Andreas Pantazopoulos (2024).
Keywords: Dostoevsky’s Reception Worldwide; Dostoevsky’s Reception in Greece; Monographs on Dostoevsk