Future of Comparative Literature

The discipline of Comparative Literature stands at a fascinating crossroads, facing both unprecedented opportunities and transformative challenges. As boundaries between cultures, languages, and media dissolve, the question arises—what is the future of comparative literary inquiry in the twenty-first century?

Comparative Literature has always thrived on crossing borders—between languages, national traditions, and artistic forms. However, in the era of globalization, digitalization, and AI-driven creativity, it must adapt to new paradigms. The future of this discipline lies in embracing inclusivity, diversity, and interdisciplinarity. Comparative literature now engages not only with texts but also with film, music, visual art, and digital media. It examines global issues such as migration, ecology, identity, and postcoloniality through comparative frameworks.

This theme invites contributions that forecast the evolving directions of comparative studies. How will emerging technologies redefine comparative methodologies? How can scholars ensure ethical representation and decolonization in world literature studies? What theoretical frameworks will guide comparative inquiry in the age of transnationalism?

By reflecting on these questions, contributors can help reimagine Comparative Literature as a globally responsive, intellectually vibrant, and technologically attuned field—one that continues to bridge cultures and foster humanistic understanding in an increasingly complex world.

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