Aim:

The American Journal of Philological Sciences (AJPS) is dedicated to advancing the study of languages, texts, and literary traditions through the dissemination of high-quality, peer-reviewed research. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive platform for scholarly work that explores the diverse facets of philology, including historical linguistics, textual analysis, and literary criticism. We seek to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and contribute to a deeper understanding of linguistic and literary phenomena across different cultures and time periods.

Scope:

AJPS covers a wide range of topics within the field of philology, including but not limited to:

1. Historical Linguistics: Research on the development and evolution of languages over time, including diachronic studies, language change, and historical language reconstruction.

2. Comparative Linguistics: Analysis of similarities and differences between languages, focusing on language families, typology, and linguistic universals.

3. Textual Criticism: Examination of textual variants, manuscript traditions, and the methods for reconstructing and interpreting historical texts.

4. Literary Analysis: Studies on literary genres, themes, and structures, including critical approaches to literature from various historical and cultural contexts.

5. Sociolinguistics: Investigation of the relationship between language and society, including language variation, multilingualism, and sociolinguistic phenomena.

6. Pragmatics: Research on language use in context, including speech acts, discourse analysis, and the role of context in meaning-making.

7. Language Acquisition and Learning: Studies on how languages are acquired and learned, including first and second language acquisition and the impact of teaching methodologies.

8. Philological Theory: Exploration of theoretical frameworks and methodologies in philology, including debates on the nature of textuality and interpretation.

9. Cultural and Historical Context: Research on the interplay between language and cultural or historical contexts, examining how texts reflect and influence social and historical developments.

10. Digital Humanities: Application of digital tools and methods to philological research, including text encoding, digital editions, and computational analysis of linguistic and literary data.

AJPS encourages submissions that employ a variety of methodologies and theoretical perspectives, aiming to contribute to both foundational and innovative areas of philological study. Our open-access model ensures that research is widely available, promoting scholarly engagement and enhancing the global exchange of ideas in the field of philology.