moniainesseoksia

Moniainesseoksia is a neologistic term used in literary and media studies to describe a form of essay that assembles multiple materials and modalities into a single argumentative piece. The word translates roughly to "many-material essays." A moniainesseos is an interdisciplinary, multimodal essay that integrates textual prose with images, datasets, audio, video, code, or other materials to advance an argument. It is designed to explore complex phenomena that require multiple representations and forms of evidence.

The term has appeared in scholarly discussions in Nordic and digital humanities contexts since the 2010s, though it remains relatively rare and contested. Characteristics include multimodality, intertextuality, openness to collaboration, process orientation, use of non-traditional sources, and non-linear reading paths. The structure is usually loose and modular; sections may consist of short bursts of text, image captions, data panels, embedded media, marginal notes, and interactive elements.

In practice, moniainesseoksia emphasize the construction of meaning across media rather than a single linear argument, and they often invite reader interpretation and engagement. Reception among scholars is mixed: proponents see expanded reach and inclusivity, while critics question citation practices, reproducibility, and readability. At present, the field includes a limited number of pilot projects and theoretical discussions in Nordic digital humanities venues; there is no established canon.

See also: multimodality; digital humanities; multimedia essay.