Dr. Judith Mossman

Biography

Judith Mossman is an Honorary Professor at the University of Warwick, known for her expertise in Greek tragedy, particularly the works of Euripides, and Greek literature during the Roman Empire, especially Plutarch. She has held various prestigious academic positions including Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Arts and Humanities at Coventry University from 2017 to 2024, and was a Professor of Classics at the University of Nottingham from 2004 to 2017, where she also served as Head of the School of Humanities from 2012 to 2016. Prior to that, she taught Classics at Trinity College, Dublin from 1991 to 2003, becoming a Fellow in 1998. Her academic career began with a lectureship at University College, Oxford from 1986 to 1991. Mossman’s research interests include the linguistic techniques of ancient authors, and she is currently authoring a book on Plutarch's linguistic influences. She has published extensively, with significant books including 'Wild Justice: A Study of Euripides' Hecuba' and 'Plutarch's Parallel Lives'. Mossman has also edited works and contributed articles discussing various aspects of Greek tragedy and Plutarch's writings in esteemed journals.

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