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Jonathan Powell is a Leverhulme Early Career Fellow at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on Early Modern Literature and the intersections of law and literature. He specializes in literary legal cultures in early modern England, particularly through his research on commercial theatre and common law. His PhD from King's College London explored the intricate relationship between English common law and theatrical history, leading to a monograph that examines legal records' influence on Shakespearean drama. He has participated in significant research projects, including FEATHERS and Engendering Stage, which emphasize women's performances and legal pleadings in Early Modern England. Currently, Jonathan is developing a major project titled 'An English Legal Literary History of the Alien, 1603-1677', examining the reinvention of legal personhood and its cultural implications in the context of colonialism and slavery. His work is characterized by a meticulous analysis of archives and a commitment to uncovering the role of literature in shaping legal categories. He holds degrees from UCL and has been recognized with awards for his academic contributions, including an honorable mention for the J. Leeds Barroll Dissertation Prize.
University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh
Joined the University of Edinburgh focusing on research in English and Scottish Literature as well as Early Modern legal cultures.
Leverhulme Trust • UK
Worked on the 'Engendering Stage' project surveying and analyzing archival evidence related to early modern women's performances.
Institute of Historical Research • UK
Awarded the Thornley Doctoral Fellowship to research Early Modern studies.
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