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Joshua Landy is the Andrew B. Hammond Professor of French Language, Literature, and Civilization at Stanford University, where he is also a Professor of Comparative Literature and holds courtesy appointments in English and Philosophy. His research focuses on the intersections of philosophy and literature, particularly on the themes of self-knowledge and self-deception in literary texts. Landy is recognized for his publications, including 'Philosophy as Fiction' (2004), 'Things that Fiction Does' (2012), and 'The World According to Proust' (2023), which explore how literary forms contribute to philosophical questions. He has authored essays in major journals, including Critical Inquiry and New Literary History, and edited volumes contributing to the field of cognitive approaches to literature. In addition to his academic roles, Landy co-hosted the public radio show 'Philosophy Talk' and has engaged in public discussions on platforms like NPR. He has been honored with multiple teaching awards from Stanford, reflecting his commitment to education and excellence in teaching.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and conducting research in French Language, Literature, and Comparative Literature.
Literature Philosophy Initiative, Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Leading initiatives integrating philosophy and literature.
Department of French and Italian, Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and research in French Language and Literature.
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