Professor Dr. George Harrison

Biography

George Harrison is a Contract Instructor in the Greek and Roman Studies program at Carleton University. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Marquette University, a Master of Arts from the University of Wisconsin, and a PhD from Johns Hopkins University. His research interests span various aspects of Ancient Greek and Roman culture, with a focus on performance, tragedy, and the societal contexts of the Roman Empire. Harrison has contributed to the field through excavation work in Greece and Turkey, and through publications that include titles such as 'Reconstructing Satyr Drama' and 'Brill Companion Roman Tragedy'. In addition to his scholarly articles and books, he has been involved in public lectures and creative writing that explores the intersection of ancient and modern narratives. Harrison has also served as a Visiting Fellow at the University of Crete, further enriching his expertise in philology and the ancient world.

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