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Inge Wimmers has been a prominent figure in the academic study of French literature since joining Brown's Department of French Studies in 1973. Profoundly engaged in literary analysis, especially of 17th, 19th, and 20th-century literature, her research emphasizes the intersections of emotion, autobiographical fiction, and narrative techniques. Wimmers' notable works include 'Poetics of Reading: Approaches to the Novel' and 'Proust Emotion: The Importance of Affect in A la Recherche du Temps Perdu.' Her experience spans significant contributions to the field, including her involvement with the Proust research team at CNRS Paris and her role in notable literary organizations. Wimmers has been recognized as Chevalier in the Ordre des Palmes Académiques and has received multiple fellowships supporting her research endeavors. Besides her research activities, she has enriched the curriculum through innovative courses focused on the French novel, the representation of emotions, and critical theory. Wimmers' interdisciplinary approach fosters an open dialogue on the reader's affective responses and the emotional landscape of literature, making her a distinguished contributor to contemporary literary studies.
Department: Department of Economics