Stilet : Tydskrif van die Afrikaanse Letterkundevereniging
- Publisher
- Afrikaanse Letterkundevereniging (ALV)
- ISSN
- 1013-4573; 1996-7462
- Country
- South Africa
- Language
- Afrikaans
- Thematic area
- Social Sciences and Humanities
About this journal
"Stilet: Tydskrif van die Afrikaanse Letterkundevereniging" stands as a prominent academic journal dedicated to the exploration and advancement of Afrikaans literature. Its scope encompasses a wide range of literary studies, including poetry, prose, drama, and literary theory. The journal welcomes contributions that delve into the historical development of Afrikaans literature, analyze contemporary trends, and engage in critical discourse surrounding the social, political, and cultural contexts that shape Afrikaans writing.
Key themes explored in "Stilet" include, but are not limited to, the evolution of language and style in Afrikaans literature, the portrayal of identity and representation, the intersection of literature with other art forms, and the role of literature in shaping societal discourse. The journal's focus extends beyond the boundaries of traditional literary analysis, embracing interdisciplinary perspectives from fields such as history, sociology, and philosophy.
The primary audience for "Stilet" consists of academics, scholars, and students specializing in Afrikaans literature and related fields. The journal serves as a platform for disseminating research findings, fostering scholarly debate, and promoting a deeper understanding of the complexities and richness of Afrikaans literary traditions. Its rigorous peer-review process ensures the high quality and academic integrity of published articles.
"Stilet" has made a significant impact on the field of Afrikaans literary studies, serving as a crucial resource for scholars and researchers seeking to engage with the nuances of Afrikaans literature. The journal has played a key role in shaping contemporary scholarship by providing a platform for the dissemination of groundbreaking research, fostering critical debate, and promoting ongoing dialogue about the significance of Afrikaans literature in the broader cultural landscape.
Volumes (13 articles)
Volume 36, Issue 1 (2024)
- Antjie Krog se geheime kode aan Johann de Lange
- Die konstruksie van Afrikaanse manlikheid in tydskrifte: 'n Fokus op seksualiteit
- Die wandelende geraamtes in Afrikaanse spookstories vir kinders
- Genres, Goodreads, literêre hekwagtery en pryse: 'n ondersoek na onlangse Afrikaanse bekronings
- Om te verstaan: dís wat 'n verhalende teks vir die gewone mens kan doen
- Op het kruispunt van bezit en armoede: vroege intersectionele tendensen in de literaire debuten van Welma Odendaal en Miriam Tlali
Volume 35, Issue 1 (2023)
- Betekenisassosiasies van die labirint in <i>Die mooiste meisie van Genua</i> (2019) deur Ilja Leonard Pheiffer
- Looking at animals through a digital lens - a general repetition of tendencies and a different take1
- Neil Cochrane se onderhoud met SJ Naudé oor verskeie aspekte van die siektetema en die representasie van siekte in sy oeuvre.
- 'n Persoonlike waardering van Hennie Aucamp se gepubliseerde dagboeke
Volume 35, Issue 2 (2023)
- 'A pinch of salt and a dash of lemon': Ingrid Winterbach's troubles
- 'n Pyplyn vir die versameling, ontsluiting en beskikbaarstelling van materiaal vir die Nasionale Afrikaanse Letterkundige Museum en -Navorsingsentrum (NALN) se knipselversameling
- When the Cape Flats speak: Afrikaaps narratives and putting shame in its place