Publisher: Transnational Press London

Kurdish Studies

Kurdish Studies

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Kurdish Studies journal is an interdisciplinary and peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high quality research and scholarship. Kurdish Studies journal is initiated by the members of the Kurdish Studies Network (KSN) and supported by a large group of academics from different disciplines. The journal aligns itself with KSN's mission to revitalize and reorient research, scholarship and debates in the field of Kurdish studies in a multidisciplinary fashion covering a wide range of topics including, but not limited to, economics, history, society, gender, minorities, politics, health, law, environment, language, media, culture, arts, and education.

Kurdish Studies offers a universally accessible venue where sound scholarship and research as well as reviews and debates are disseminated. The journal establishes a genuine forum for serious discussion and exchange within the Kurdish Studies community, reaching out to a broad audience of students, professionals, policy makers and enthusiasts alike. Kurdish Studies aims to maintain a fair balance between theoretical analyses and empirical studies. Critical and novel approaches and methods are particularly welcome.

Border Crossing

Border Crossing

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Border Crossing is an interdisciplinary and peer-reviewed international journal of Social Sciences and Humanities.

Border Crossing is published twice a year in May and October. Articles are published online immediately as they are produced following the double blind review process.

Journal of Posthumanism

Journal of Posthumanism

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Journal of Posthumanism is an international multilingual peer-reviewed scholarly journal promoting innovative work to transverse the fields ranging from social sciences, humanities, and arts to medicine and STEM. In line with the efforts of creating a broad network beyond disciplinary boundaries, the journal seeks to explore what it means to be human in this technologically-saturated, ecologically damaged world, and transcend the traditional conception of the human while encouraging philosophical thinking beyond humanism.

The Agonist

The Agonist

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

The Agonist is a journal dedicated to the investigation of Nietzsche’s works and his influences on contemporary culture in different fields such as arts, philosophy, religion, and science, to name only a few. In the spirit of his philosophical pursuit, the journal publishes essays within Nietzsche scholarship and beyond academia. The journal also examines Nietzsche’s relationship to figures from previous ages, as we have done in one of our issues entitled “Nietzsche in History.” Furthermore, Nietzsche continues to inspire many artistic, cultural, and intellectual movements. We explore his influences on such movements with authors who work in these areas, as we have done in the issue on Nietzsche and Trans- and Post-humanism. In addition to essays and book reviews, we also publish interviews and exegeses. We publish only previously unpublished materials. The Agonist is an international peer-reviewed journal, which is read all over the world. The Agonist is published by Transnational Press London on behalf of the Nietzsche Circle. The journal is made available only through the modest subscription collections we receive from libraries and readers. If you believe in the mission of this journal, we kindly ask you to support us.

Avar: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Life and Society in the Ancient Near East

Avar: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Life and Society in the Ancient Near East

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Avar: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Life and Society in the Ancient Near East is dedicated to publishing open-access peer-reviewed scholarship on Anatolia, Egypt, the Levant, and Mesopotamia in the second and first millennia BCE that crosses and disrupts disciplinary boundaries.

Journal of Ecohumanism

Journal of Ecohumanism

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Journal of Ecohumanism aims to open up new possibilities in reconfiguring the multidimensional internship among humans and the more-than-human world by focusing on the structure, mechanics, functionalities and representations of this internship manifested across ecohumanist and civil contexts. Since Environmental Humanities ample research has looked at variable aspects of ecological citizenship, we have to focus on globalization's temporality in the rise of Citizen Humanities. In this sense, we are in the midst of constant transformations and evolutionary processes, contributing to the world defining, even perceiving new planetary narrations. In response, the Journal of Ecohumanism develops conversations to consider how challenging conditions shape the concept of citizenship as form, structure, identity, representation and insight, as well as how ecohumanism affects our civil experience of space and time.

Migration and Diversity

Migration and Diversity

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: United Kingdom

Migration & Diversity is an international peer-reviewed journal of migration studies covering scholarly debates and research on migration, diasporas, refugees, asylum seekers, remittances, international and internal population movements, economics of migration, migration-development nexus, integration, diversity in reference to ethnicity, race, migration, and cultural groups. Migration & Diversity is home to multidisciplinary debates and invites contributions from all social science disciplines including Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, International Relations, Law, Management, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Sociology, Social Policy, Social Work and cognate areas. Migration & Diversity publishes original research articles, reviews, commentaries, debates, viewpoints, case studies, book reviews, project and conference reports and data presentations.

Understanding the Shifts in Migration Governance: Milestones, Challenges and Peculiarities

Understanding the Shifts in Migration Governance: Milestones, Challenges and Peculiarities

Author(s): / Language(s): English

Keywords: Migration Series; Brazil; Costa Rica; humanitarianism; migration; migration governance; Polish migration; Sweden; Turkey and Germany

This book challenges the notion that migration governance is a fixed framework, arguing instead that it evolves in response to diverse, often unpredictable factors over time. Through a collection of insightful case studies from various geopolitical settings, this volume offers a deep dive into the evolution, key milestones, challenges, and distinctive characteristics of migration management policies. By exploring how these policies are shaped, implemented, and reformed under the influence of both internal dynamics and external pressures, the book reveals the fluid and dynamic nature of migration governance. Readers will gain a nuanced understanding of how migration policies are adapted across different countries and regions, shaped by unique sociopolitical contexts and evolving global trends.

Women in A Global World V: From Health to Art, Economy to Politics

Küreselleşen Dünyada Kadın V: Sağlıktan Sanata, Ekonomiden Siyasete

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish,English

Keywords: Conference Series; Gender; gender inequality; kadin; Kadının Yoksullaşması; Modern Kadın Meddah; Turkey; Türkiye’de Kadın İstihdamı; violence against women; women and economy; women and health; women and literature; women and politics;

Women in a Global World V: From Health to Art, Economy to Politics offers an in-depth exploration of women’s roles, challenges, and achievements across diverse domains in today’s interconnected world. Edited by Zeynep Banu Dalaman, this volume gathers insights from leading scholars and researchers, dissecting the multifaceted issues impacting women globally and regionally.Organized into six sections, the book begins with the harsh realities of gender inequality, violence, and the institutional support available to women, including discussions on the effects of gender apartheid and misogyny. Moving to the realm of artistic and literary expression, it highlights female resilience and creativity, showcasing iconic figures like Grace Nichols and Paula Scher, and examining the evolution of women’s roles from traditional forms to modern representation.The third section delves into the unique vulnerabilities women face during disasters, including invisible labor and health challenges, while the fourth addresses the economic empowerment of women through employment initiatives, the hurdles of workplace inequality, and strategies for economic resilience. Health-focused topics in the fifth section bring attention to reproductive health, midwifery, and evidence-based practices that impact women’s well-being across life stages.Finally, the book examines women’s political and media representation, from the historical legacy of female leaders to contemporary issues such as gender quotas and gendered disinformation. By interweaving these perspectives, Women in a Global World V provides a profound understanding of women’s ongoing struggle for equality, creativity, and empowerment within a rapidly changing global landscape.Ideal for scholars, policymakers, activists, and anyone interested in the intersections of gender, society, and global dynamics, this volume is a vital resource for understanding and supporting women’s roles in shaping the future.

War and Language – Russian Invasion of Ukraine in National Political Discourses

War and Language – Russian Invasion of Ukraine in National Political Discourses

Author(s): / Language(s): English

Keywords: war; Ukraine; Russia; political discourse

This book focuses on the war in Ukraine and how politicians commented on this issue in the first months after the invasion. The reactions of heads of state to the Russian invasion of Ukraine have varied, even in the democratic world. While an overwhelming rejectionist view was expressed in Western Europe, politicians in some Central and Eastern European have demonstrated a difficulty seeing the Kremlin as the culprit for the war.The main aims of the book are to examine how politicians in selected countries reacted to the war, to identify the main actors of the political discourse and how the political elites formed their positions, to analyze the content of the discourse and how the various supported or opposing positions on the war were formulated, and to examine the linguistic means and strategies employed by the political elite. The authors examined political discourse in Slovakia, Hungary, France, Russia, Spain, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and Austria, and compared and contrasted the features of political discourse in countries with a long democratic tradition with those in Central and Eastern European countries which were under non-democratic regimes before 1989. There seems to be a tendency to push political discourse to a different plane in countries with a communist experience, as we found solid, pro-Russian sentiments in Slovakia, Hungary, and the Czech Republic that can attenuate attitudes towards Russian aggression.

Narrating Nature: Zapatista Encounters and the Remaking of Human–Environmental Relations

Narrating Nature: Zapatista Encounters and the Remaking of Human–Environmental Relations

Author(s): Beatriz Lopes Cerqueira / Language(s): English

Keywords: Narrating nature; Zapatista encounters; human–environmental relations; environmental; climate; crisis; policy series;

In the light of increasing environmental degradation and the climate crisis, among others, and the intertwined augmented pressures on the global population’s well-being, human-Nature relationships have become a topical issue. These relationships are intrinsically politico-ecological, currently shaped by capitalist-modernity that functions based on extractivism. Therefore, it is imperative to shift towards more caring human-Nature relationships, which are being developed in and through political counter-movements. Taking the Zapatista movement as an example, this book explores other ways of thinking and acting towards Nature that allows for the development of non-exploitative human-Nature relationships. It follows the argument that the Zapatista fight is a politico-ecological one, in which the movement’s political aims and decisions are grounded in a Mayan-derived, indigenous worldview of Nature and in their influence in defining more caring human-Nature relationships; and that, therefore, their fight is also expressed through the ways they put these relationships in practice, particularly in their ways of doing agriculture (through agroecology, based on values such as care, respect, and democracy). In turn, these help to guarantee not only their resistance to the dominant extractivist system, but also their autonomy, the main aim of the civil part of the Zapatista movement.

The Migration Conference 2024 Selected Papers

The Migration Conference 2024 Selected Papers

Author(s): Team TMC / Language(s): English,Spanish

Keywords: Conference Series; Migration Series; The Migration Conference; Abstracts; asylum; borders; culture and migration; diasporas; Iberoamericana; immigration; integration; labour migration; migration; migration law; migration policy; refugee law; refugees;

The Migration Conference 2024 Selected Papers is a collection of conference proceedings presented at the 12th Migration Conference (TMC 2024) hosted by Iberoamericana University, Mexico City, in July 2024. The volume reflects critical themes across law, policy, identity, economics, education, and more as discussed throughout the conference. Topics include India’s migration strategies, the EU’s New Pact on Migration, the socio-political discourse in Japan, and labor migrants’ integration in Russia. It highlights nuanced perspectives on gendered experiences, such as violence against LBQ women and the construction of Ukrainian identity in displacement. This compilation of papers presents research on skilled migration patterns, such as Nigerian doctors in the UK, and examines the intersections of migration and art. It covers tracks and special sessions on epistemological approaches and migration geographies, including Latin American-specific issues. An invaluable resource for academics, policymakers, and practitioners shaping migration discourse globally.

Global Risks and Their Impacts on Türkiye

Global Risks and Their Impacts on Türkiye

Author(s): / Language(s): English

Keywords: International Relations; Policy Series; cyber insecurity; geopolitical risks; global risks; Hasret Comak; international relations

Today, the growing impact of climate change, armed conflicts, social polarization, and economic instability threatens the foundations of the global order. These challenges escalate rapidly, fuelled by technological advancements and economic uncertainties that we face on a global scale. Disinformation and misinformation stand out as critical global threats. The pressing issues of cybersecurity, geopolitical tensions, unequal opportunities, inflation, forced migration, economic downturns, and environmental degradation present urgent risks that demand immediate attention. The imbalances and inequalities in wealth and resource distribution at all levels breed instability locally, regionally, and globally, further amplifying the fragility and volatility of our global system. Beyond the immediate crises, our book delves into the potential repercussions of artificial intelligence and its implications for the geopolitical supply chain in Türkiye. It meticulously unveils how climate change and geopolitical dynamics could severely impact Türkiye’s security framework, economic landscape, and business sector. In this context, Türkiye must boldly declare its commitment to fostering collaboration among nations, businesses, and civil society to effectively address these global challenges. Türkiye’s pivotal role in this collective endeavour cannot be overstated, and the country should continue to lead initiatives aimed at collaboration and problem-solving. This book offers valuable insights from scholars, experts, and industry leaders, with the goal of elevating awareness and effectively managing emerging risks at every level. Together, we can navigate these turbulent times and create a more resilient global order.

Contemporary Indian Migration in the Gulf

Contemporary Indian Migration in the Gulf

Author(s): Mohammed Taukeer / Language(s): English

Keywords: Migration Series; Gulf countries; Indian migration; Indians in the Gulf; labour migration;

This book emphasizes the Indian migration in the Gulf and its realities in the context of social science perspective in the framework of time and space dimension. This book is a revised version of the submitted M. Phil dissertation titled “Nature, Causes and Consequences of Migration to Gulf Countries: A Study of Inayat Patti Village in Allahabad District in Uttar Pradesh, India. A revised version of the submitted M.Phil dissertation was presented as a conference paper titled “Nature and Consequences of Migration to Gulf Countries: A Study of Inayat Patti Village of India” at The Migration Conference, organized by Transnational Press, London at Harokopio University, Athens, Greece, August 23-26, 2017. This book is also based on a revised version submitted thesis titled “Cross-Border Migration: An Analysis of Migration from India to Gulf Countries by Processes and Consequences”. The findings of this book show that there is a socio-economic and cultural paradigm in the process of migration from India to Gulf countries based on its Islamic reflection with contradiction, discriminations and challenges in the context of globalization of Indian migration in the Gulf and its realities. Therefore, this book advocates the prism of migration through the lens of the colonial and post-colonial framework of Indian migration in the Gulf and its realities under the approach retrospective to the prospective manner of study in the framework of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 of the United Nations.

English Literature Advancing Through History 5 – The Romantic Period

English Literature Advancing Through History 5 – The Romantic Period

Author(s): Petru Golban / Language(s): English

Keywords: Literature Series; Text books; English Literature; Literary heritage; literature; Petru Golban; The Romantic Period

It appears that literary work possesses eternal temporal validity due to its autonomous aesthetic value, whereas criticism provides points of view having temporary and transitory significance. Despite such claims, the vector of methodology in our series of books, dealing with the history of English literature, relies on Viktor Shklovsky, T. S. Eliot, Mikhail Bakhtin, and especially Yuri Tynyanov, whose main reasoning would be that literature is a system of dominant, central and peripheral, marginalized elements – to us, “tradition” (centre) versus “innovation” (margin) engaged in a “battle” for supremacy, demarginalization, and the right to form a new literary system – and the development or historical advancement of literature is the substitution of systems. Roman Jakobson and French structuralism, on the whole, later Linda Hutcheon, with her “system” and “constant”, and Bran Nicol with the “dominant”, to say nothing about Itamar Even-Zohar and his theory of polysystem, to a certain extent Julia Kristeva, and even Homi Bhabha – as well as our humble contribution, we would like to believe – maintain Tynyanov’s line of thinking and concepts alive, which have developed and emerged nowadays more like a kind of “neo-formalism”. Focusing on literary practice, applying critical theory and emerging from within our own teaching experience, the books in the present series are theoretical and surveyistic, like a monograph, whereas their more practical and text-oriented aspect should appeal as a student handbook for didactic purposes, in which certain literary works belonging to various writers of different trends, movements, and periods are analysed and compared with regard to their source, form, thematic arrangements, ideas, motifs, character representation strategies, intertextual perspectives, structural or narrative techniques, and other aspects.

Nietzsche, Gai Saber, and Modernity

Nietzsche, Gai Saber, and Modernity

Author(s): Yunus Tuncel / Language(s): English

Keywords: Gai saber; medieval France; Modernity; Nietzsche; Nietzsche Society; Occitan culture; troubadour minstrels;

“The revival of interest in Provençal poetry in the late nineteenth century was a major inspiration for modern literary thinking. In tracing Friedrich Nietzsche’s engagement with Provençal lyric, Yunus Tuncel elucidates many of the philosopher’s most affirmative and exhilarating gestures. Tuncel does not shy away from difficult questions, such as the seeming divergence between Nietzsche and the Provençal poets in terms of representing gender. Festooned with copious, illustrations and written in a creative and poetic manner, Nietzsche, Gai Saber, and Modernity sits at the borderline of philosophy and joy.”— Nicholas Birns, New York University“Tuncel explores the textual and topographical terrain of the troubadours and trobairitiz to show the spiritual affinity between their gai saber culture and Nietzsche’s advocation for a joyful wisdom, complicating the narrative divide between antiquity, medievalia, and the modern - enriching the study of the medieval poets and the modern philosopher while challenging us to live more fully.”— David Kilpatrick, Mercy University“Tuncel’s Nietzsche, Gai Saber, and Modernity traces an obscure, but fascinating genealogy of modernity from the Occitan culture and its “gai saber” in medieval France, to the troubadour minstrels it created, culminating in Nietzsche’s own joyful wisdom. It is an erudite and exciting read that brings a crucial microhistory back into the light.”— Luke Trusso, New York University

Pandemics in International Security Studies: COVID-19

Uluslararası Güvenlik Çalışmalarında Salgınlar: Kovid-19

Author(s): Fatih Özgüven / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: International Relations; Policy Series; Turkish Series; COVID-19; Security approach; Coronavirus; Covid-19; international security

Uluslararası İlişkiler disiplininde Güvenlik Çalışmalarının temeli Soğuk Savaş döneminde atılmıştır. Alan başlangıçta savaş ve güç gibi kavramlar üzerine oluşturulmuştur. Ancak Soğuk Savaş sonrası önemli değişim ve dönüşüme uğramaktadır. Çünkü güvenliğin nerede başladığı, nerede bittiği ve sınırlarının neler olduğu tartışılmaya başlanmaktadır. Tartışmalar güvenliğin sadece savaş ve güç ile açıklanamayacağını çevre, salgınlar, etnik ve kültürel çatışmaların da dahil edilmesini göstermektedir. 21. yüzyılda yaşanan gelişmelerle birlikte güvenlik disiplinde merkezi konumda yer almaktadır. Özellikle günümüz dünyasındaki karmaşık tehditler kavramın tanımlanması, sınırlılıklarının belirlenmesi ve neyin güvenlik olduğu veya olmadığı tartışma yaratmaktadır. Günümüz yeni tehditleri anlamlandırmaya katkı sunan kitap, salgınların nasıl bir güvenlik tehdidi algılandığı? güvenlik çalışmalarında nerede durduğu ve ileride nasıl ve nereye evrileceği üzerine inşa edilmektedir.Yeni tehditleri tanımlarken geleneksel güvenlik anlayışının yanı sıra insan, çevre ve toplumun da güvenliğin bir parçası olduğu küreselleşmenin salgınlar gibi sınırı aşan tehditler yarattığı dünyada kavrama çok boyutlu bakmanın gerekliliği ortaya çıkmaktadır. Bu çerçevede salgınların uluslararası güvenlik çalışmalarında nerede durduğunu açıklayan kitap, güvenlik çalışmalarında Türkçe literatüre mütevazi katkı sunmaktadır. Kitap, yeni güvenlik tehditlerinin nasıl ele alındığını salgınlar üzerinden incelemiştir. Kitapta yer alan hatalar veya eksiklikler tarafıma ait olup okuyucuya yeni ufuklar açması dileğiyle.

Climate Change and Environmental Politics

Climate Change and Environmental Politics

Author(s): / Language(s): English

Keywords: International Relations; Policy Series; Climate change; environmental politics; global politics; Hasret Comak; international relations;

In today’s world, it is more crucial than ever to navigate the intricate and multifaceted challenges posed by climate change and chart a course toward a more sustainable future. The pressing necessity to address these issues has become a defining feature of our century, compelling nations and individuals alike to take decisive action. The paramount objectives for the 21st century are clear: mitigating the adverse consequences of climate change, protecting both national and international public health, and ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come. These goals are not just aspirational but essential for the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of climate change, highlighting the immense power of scientific research and the importance of disseminating this knowledge widely. Through its chapters, the book offers an in-depth examination of various facets of climate change, presenting a synthesis of research findings, theoretical frameworks, and practical strategies. By presenting a multifaceted examination of climate change, this book aims to inspire action and foster a deeper understanding of the complexities involved. It is a call to action for individuals, communities, and nations to come together, leveraging the power of knowledge, innovation, and cooperation to build a more sustainable and resilient future. Together, through concerted efforts and a shared commitment to sustainability, we can navigate the complexities of climate change and pave the way for a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.

End of Story? Remnants of Kurdistan's Jews in the 21st Century

End of Story? Remnants of Kurdistan's Jews in the 21st Century

Author(s): Thomas Schmidinger / Language(s): English

Keywords: Jewish; Iraqi Kurdistan; minority; religion; geography; conflict; war;

For more than 2,600 years, Jews lived in the region now mainly inhabited by Kurds and for the past several centuries referred to as Kurdistan. Over time, many of these Jewish communities had developed strong cultural similarities with their Kurdish and Christian neighbours and, in addition to their own dialects of Northeastern Neo-Aramaic, also spoke Kurdish and, depending on the region, Arabic, Persian and Turkish. Almost all of these communities were crushed in the Middle East conflict in the course of the 20th century. Based on extensive fieldwork this book documents what material culture remains of these communities in the 21st century and what discourses have developed in the various parts of Kurdistan about this part of the region's historical heritage. It focusses on Iraqi Kurdistan, where most of the Jewish communities existed, but also includes the remains of the communities in the Iranian, Syrian and Turkish part of Kurdistan.

Toward a Relational Foodscape in Chinese and Japanese North American Literature

Toward a Relational Foodscape in Chinese and Japanese North American Literature

Author(s): Yiyi He / Language(s): English

Keywords: Literature Series; Text books; American literature; Chinese American literature; food; foodscape; Japanese American literature; literature; Yiyi He;

Toward a Relational Foodscape in Chinese and Japanese North American Literature adopts a relational perspective of food justice to reread literary texts, mainly by contemporary Chinese and Japanese American/Canadian writers. The book highlights that the environment and race are closely intertwined in Asian North American ecocriticism. Yiyi He demonstrates how a food justice ecocritical lens informed by the East Asian (especially Chinese) notion “relational foodscape” challenges the binary between humans and more-than-humans while emphasizing relations and reciprocity between them. Yiyi He applies it to interpret selected texts, such as Rita Wong’s forage and undercurrent, Ava Chin’s Eating Wildly, Joy Kogawa’s Obasan, Hiromi Goto’s Chorus of Mushrooms, Ruth Ozeki’s All Over Creation, David Mas Masumoto’s Epitaph for a Peach, Rita Wong and Fred Wah’s beholden: a poem as long as the river, to break all kinds of binaries, such as nature/culture, rural/urban, East/West, humans/more-than-humans. “Relational Foodscape” is a concept embracing both Asian and Western relational philosophies, which echoes the material turn and promotes food justice, especially for racialized and marginalized groups and communities. Approaching relational foodways in theory and practice provides an alternative to reconsider and redirect issues of race, class, and even multispecies relations.