Social Criticism Theory Notes (Issue 1)

Author: Zhang Yibing, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: The title "Annals of Social Critical Theory" reflects a commitment to authentically documenting and reconstructing history, including forgotten, obscured, distorted, and missing aspects in the historical development of classic Marxist theoretical thought. This journal upholds the rigorous academic tradition of Chinese Marxist studies, delving into original texts to clarify misunderstandings, restoring the original essence of Marxist thought in historical research, and deepening the understanding of its contemporary significance through reflection.
As an "Annals" of "critical theory," the journal aims to accurately and keenly capture the trends and developments of contemporary international social theories, faithfully recording the pulse of the times. It facilitates direct dialogue with contemporary intellectual giants and theoretical masters, promoting the advancement of Marxist theoretical research by critically examining and drawing upon diverse modern social critical theories in the context of global capitalist society.
In alignment with recent major research initiatives on contemporary capitalism at our center, the journal invites experts and scholars to contribute to themed columns, engaging in focused and planned reviews and responses to representative achievements in the study of capitalism and socialism within Western Marxism, left-wing radical social theories, cultural studies, feminism, post-colonialism, and Third World socialism. The goal is to establish this journal as an important intellectual platform for social theory research in China.
The "Annals of Social Critical Theory" is committed to using theory as a tool and scholarship as its foundation, authentically documenting the profound social transformations of the 21st century in China, and addressing major theoretical questions of contemporary Chinese society. It strives to contribute to the realization of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, as envisioned by our predecessors, and to the construction of a harmonious and prosperous society.