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ABOUT THE IAPL
The International Association for Philosophy and Literature is dedicated to the
exchange of ideas and to the enhancement of scholarly research in the arts and
the humanities. The IAPL provides an opportunity to engage in discussion at the
intersections of philosophical, literary, cultural, textual, visual, medial, art, and
aesthetic theories. Founded in 1976, the IAPL brings together thinkers and scholars
working in a wide range of disciplines concerned with the study of philosophical,
historical, critical, and theoretical issues.
With its focus on interdisciplinary topics and commitments, the IAPL has played a
role in the articulation of many of the most vital and exciting recent developments
in philosophy, literature, and the arts. Annual IAPL conferences provide unique
opportunities for dialogue and strategic readings, the articulation of contemporary
themes and ideas, the exploration of various expressive arts, and the production
of new theoretical discourses. Membership in the IAPL (renewable each year
beginning January 1st) includes access to conference programs, special discounts
on conference registration fees and at conference hotels, receipt of various IAPL
brochures and publications, the Bibliography of Books Published by IAPL Members
(now in its seventh edition), the opportunity to submit a conference paper, and the
support of an extensive range of useful information made available on the IAPL
website. Membership also includes a free book from the ongoing Textures series,
which consists of uniquely focused volumes of essays derived from previous IAPL
conferences.
The IAPL organizes an annual book exhibit as an integral part of each year’s
conference. Focusing on the theme of the conference, the exhibit features a wide
selection of new titles offered by major university and academic presses. This display
provides a unique opportunity to peruse, purchase, and order current publications at
discounted conference rates.
The new and improved IAPL website includes details concerning
upcoming conferences, past events, submission forms, and services provided by
the IAPL. All of the most current information, arrangements for lodging, travel,
and related concerns in connection with IAPL conferences is posted as soon as it is
available. Both past and current conference programs are also accessible from this
website.
Hugh J. Silverman, IAPL Executive Director
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