Chronicles (magazine)

Chronicles is a paleoconservative monthly magazine published by the Charlemagne Institute in Rockford, Illinois. It focuses on American culture, politics, and history, often from a traditionalist and agrarian perspective.

The magazine was founded in 1976 as Chronicles of Culture by Leopold Tyrmand under the auspices of the Rockford Institute. Its original mission was to defend Western civilization against perceived threats from cultural and political radicalism. Over the years, the magazine's focus has evolved, but it has consistently maintained a commitment to traditional values and a critical stance towards modernity.

Key themes regularly addressed in Chronicles include:

• Traditionalism: A belief in the importance of traditional values, institutions, and social structures.
• Agrarianism: An emphasis on the importance of rural life, farming, and local communities.
• American Conservatism: A specific type of conservatism that often emphasizes states' rights, limited government, and a strong national identity.
• Cultural Criticism: Critique of contemporary art, literature, and popular culture from a traditionalist viewpoint.
• Immigration: Often features articles discussing the social and cultural impacts of immigration.
• Foreign Policy: Presents viewpoints that frequently question interventionist foreign policies.

Chronicles has been known for its willingness to publish controversial opinions and for its independent voice within the conservative movement. Contributors have included prominent conservative thinkers, writers, and academics. The magazine's circulation is relatively small, but it is considered influential among a particular segment of the American right.