Philosophy and Literature
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Aims and Scope
Philosophy and Literature is an academic journal founded in 1977 by Denis Dutton. It explores the connections between literary and philosophical studies by presenting ideas on the aesthetics of literature, critical theory, and the philosophical interpretation of literature. The journal, which has been characterized as "culturally conservative", aims to challenge "the cant and pretensions of academic priesthoods by publishing an assortment of lively, wide-ranging essays, notes, and reviews that are written in clear, jargon-free prose". Less
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- PublisherJOHNS HOPKINS UNIV PRESS
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencySemi-annual
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencySemi-annual
- Publication Start Year1976
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FAQs
Since when has Philosophy and Literature been publishing? 
The Philosophy and Literature has been publishing since 1976 till date.
How frequently is the Philosophy and Literature published?
Philosophy and Literature is published Semi-annual.
What is the H-index. SNIP score, Citescore and SJR of Philosophy and Literature?
Philosophy and Literature has a H-index score of 16, Citescore of 0.2, SNIP score of 0.5, & SJR of Q1
Who is the publisher of Philosophy and Literature?
The publisher of Philosophy and Literature is JOHNS HOPKINS UNIV PRESS.
Where can I find a journal's aims and scope of Philosophy and Literature?
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What is the eISSN and pISSN number of Philosophy and Literature?
The eISSN number is 1086-329X and pISSN number is 0190-0013 for Philosophy and Literature.
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