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Christopher Taylor is an Associate Professor at the University of Chicago, specializing in the interrelations of literature and political theory, particularly focusing on the British West Indies and the concept of imperial citizenship in the context of economic liberalism. His current book project, "Empire Neglect: Imagining Americas Liberal Age," examines how British West Indian authors responded to the rise of liberal political economy, arguing that economic liberalism led to a crisis of creole notions of citizenship. His academic endeavors highlight the relationship between historical texts and contemporary social movements, engaging with critical theory and biopolitics. Taylor has published various articles and book chapters, addressing topics from protest policing to post-emancipation Caribbean literature, showcasing the complexities and intersections of cultural identity and political expression in historical and modern contexts.
Department of Philosophy