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Christopher Vardy re-joined the University of Manchester in September 2023 after several years of teaching at Durham University. His research focuses on contemporary historical fiction, particularly texts that explore the neoliberal transition in Britain during the 1980s. Vardy is currently engaged in a project that analyzes conceptualizations of 'prehistory' in twenty-first century culture. He has co-edited a special issue of the journal Key Words: Journal of Cultural Materialism, addressing contemporary crises and has published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters alongside authors such as David Peace, David Mitchell, Nicola Barker, and Colson Whitehead. Vardy's academic interests are closely related to various UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the role of literature in addressing societal issues such as poverty and sustainability. His work contributes to understanding how literature reflects and critiques historical narratives, particularly during transformative periods in society.
University of Manchester • Manchester, England
Re-joined as a lecturer focusing on contemporary historical fiction and related subjects after teaching at Durham University.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.