The Bakhtin Circle

The Bakhtin Circle was a group of scholars led by Mikhail Bakhtin who studied language, literature, and culture. They believed that meaning is shaped through dialogue and social interaction, emphasizing that words and ideas are always connected to their context and history. They focused on how different voices, perspectives, and social forces influence communication and understanding. Their ideas challenge the notion of fixed or single meanings, highlighting the fluid, dynamic nature of language and culture as ongoing conversations within society.