monografi

A monografi, or monograph, is a detailed written study on a single subject or a specific aspect of it. It is usually produced by a single author and published as a stand-alone book or as part of a scholarly series. Monographs aim to present a focused, in-depth treatment that advances understanding of the topic beyond what is offered in journal articles.

A typical monograph offers a coherent argument or comprehensive analysis, supported by evidence. Its structure often includes an introduction, a literature review, methodology (if empirical), main chapters with analysis or argument, conclusions, and a bibliography. Tables, figures, and appendices may accompany the text to provide supporting data or materials. Compared with shorter articles, a monograph tends to be longer and more comprehensive, exploring context, theory, and implications in greater depth.

Authorship and publication can vary. Most monographs are written by a single researcher, but some are collaborative works. They may be published by academic presses, research institutes, or as part of a university project. In many academic traditions, a monograph is a key scholarly output and may serve as a thesis or major component of doctoral work.

In scholarly practice, monographs function as authoritative references that synthesize and critique existing knowledge, report original research, or offer new theoretical perspectives. They are distinguished from edited volumes, which compile chapters by multiple authors, and from textbooks or journal articles, which have different purposes and formats. Library catalogs typically classify monographs as non-serial, stand-alone books.