About the Journal

eISSN 2335–8769, ISSN 1392–0588, DOI 10.7220/2335-8769
First Published: 1930–1940, 1995–
Frequency: Half Yearly
Languages: English, Lithuanian, French, German
Subjects: Humanities and Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary Interaction of These and Other Sciences, Lithuanian Studies
Fees: No Publication Fees
Open Access: CC BY-SA
Publisher: Vytautas Magnus University

Deeds and Days is a journal of the humanities and social sciences published by Vytautas Magnus University, named after the epic poem by the ancient Greek poet Hesiod. Started in 1930 and running for a decade, it was later closed and reopened in 1995. The journal covers a wide range of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences and the interdisciplinary interaction between these and other disciplines. It is published in digital format on the journal's website, and in print twice a year. Deeds and Days is an open access journal published on the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform.

Objectives and scope

The aim of the journal is to publish articles with a modern methodological approach, allowing for a new and deep reflection on topics of importance for the Lithuanian state and society. Priority is given to Lithuanian studies understood broadly, not only in terms of the object, that is Lithuanian society, culture and history, but also in terms of the purpose of Lithuanian studies which is to contribute to the development of the Lithuanian cultural, scientific and civic community. Such research is also considered to be Lithuanian studies when its object is not directly related to Lithuanian culture.

Deeds and Days publish conceptual and factual articles by Lithuanian and foreign authors that stimulate scientific discussions and are of a good scientific level, novelty and originality. The articles are significant for a specific scientific field or branch and are relevant to the scientific community. Papers of an interdisciplinary nature are particularly welcome.

Structure and Genres

The journal is divided into three major parts. The main part is made up of articles presenting original research, analysis and theoretical insights into various aspects of the humanities and social sciences. The monographic part publishes summaries or larger-scale studies that deal in depth with one specific topic. The reviews section contains evaluations and reviews of recent scholarly books, monographs or studies related to the journal's theme. The chronicle section of Deeds and Days presents texts on major events in the fields of science and culture, as well as on various academic events. The interviews section features discussions with well-known figures in science, culture, politics or other fields. If special volumes are published, they may have a different structure.

Target Audience

Deeds and Days is intended for an academic readership specializing in the humanities and social sciences. The journal addresses scholars, both established and emerging, who are engaged in research within fields such as history, philosophy, cultural studies, literary theory, linguistics, sociology, and political science. Its primary audience includes university faculty, researchers affiliated with academic institutions, doctoral students, and graduate-level readers seeking in-depth and theoretically grounded analyses.

The journal is also relevant to interdisciplinary researchers working across the boundaries of traditional disciplines, as well as to intellectuals and professionals interested in the critical study of Lithuanian and regional cultural, historical, and societal developments. Although academic in scope and tone, Deeds and Days remains open to readers beyond the academy, for example practitioners, who are seeking rigorous and reflective discussion grounded in the humanities and social thought.

Languages

Texts in the journal are published in Lithuanian, English, German, French, with detailed summaries and keywords in the language of the text and in English. Publication in other languages is also possible after consultations with the editorial office.

Archiving

The journal is archived in the CRIS repository of Vytautas Magnus University. All volumes starting with No 1 published in 1930 have been digitised.

Indexing

Publisher
Vytautas Magnus University
Donelaičio str. 58, 44248 Kaunas, Lithuania
El. paštas info@vdu.lt