Comparative Literature, published by Duke University Press, is widely recognized as the leading journal in its field and a cornerstone of humanistic scholarship. Consistently ranked among the world’s top literature journals, it combines exceptional scholarly impact with a broad global readership and influence.
Founded in 1949, Comparative Literature is the oldest journal of its kind in the United States and has long served as a central forum for the discipline. It brings together innovative work that traverses languages, cultures, and historical periods to advance cutting-edge theoretical inquiry. The journal is committed to publishing work by both established and emerging scholars who are redefining the scope and methods of comparative literary study.
Together, the journal and the University of Oregon’s Department of Comparative Literature have played a foundational role in shaping the field. They continue to position Oregon as a vital center for scholarly exchange and intellectual leadership in the humanities.