Dr. Margaret Bridges

Biography

Margaret Bridges is a Professor emerita at the University of Bern's Department of English, focusing on Old English and Early Modern English literature within a European context. Her research encompasses a wide range of interests including literary space, historiography, and medieval narratives, particularly exploring themes of gender and narrative configurations. She is currently finalizing a verse translation of Gilbert Hay's biography of Alexander the Great, showcasing a commitment to making significant historical texts accessible to a broader audience. Prof. Bridges has contributed extensively to the field through various publications, including edited volumes and articles examining the intersection of English literature and broader European cultural trends. Her academic engagement extends to organizing conferences aimed at examining textual identities and cultural memory, reflecting her dedication to advancing the study of medieval and early modern English studies. She has also been a part of several editorial boards contributing to scholarly discourse on European cultural history and was instrumental in series like Alexander Redivivus, with multiple volumes in progress that further explore scholarship on Alexander the Great. Through teaching, publications, and scholarly activities, Prof. Bridges continues to influence the academic landscape, encouraging new dialogues within the fields she specializes in.

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