| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Oxford Research Encyclopedia in Environmental Science |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 22 Mar 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Abstract
Does something like “Italian environmental humanities” exist? If so, what makes an Italian approach to this multifaceted field of inquiry so different from the more consolidated Anglo-American tradition?
At least until the early 21st century, Italian academic institutions have maintained established disciplinary boundaries and have continued to produce siloed forms of knowledge. New and more flexible forms of scholarly collaboration have also not been traditionally supported at the national level, as political decisions regarding curricular updates and funding opportunities have been unable to foster interdisciplinarity and innovative approaches to knowledge production.
At least until the early 21st century, Italian academic institutions have maintained established disciplinary boundaries and have continued to produce siloed forms of knowledge. New and more flexible forms of scholarly collaboration have also not been traditionally supported at the national level, as political decisions regarding curricular updates and funding opportunities have been unable to foster interdisciplinarity and innovative approaches to knowledge production.
Keywords
- cultural heritage
- environmental humanities
- Italian Studies
- Ecocriticism
- environmental history
- Italian landscape