Analysis of Contemporary Literary Criticism's Accessibility Challenges

Mario Barenghi and Anita Romanello discuss the challenges in literary criticism, noting that specialized publications often fail to reach broader audiences. They attribute this to an increase in academic publications driven by ministerial research evaluation criteria and growing specialization across fields. This trend fragments readership and makes it difficult for scholars to stay updated. The article, published on March 20, 2026, highlights concerns about the narrowing impact of critical works beyond expert circles.