Dr. Siobhán Mcelduff

Biography

Siobhán McElduff is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies at the University of British Columbia. She specializes in Latin literature and Roman culture, with a focus on classical reception, particularly concerning non-elite perspectives during the 18th and 19th centuries. Her research interests include the history of translation and popular literature, as well as digital humanities. McElduff is currently working on a monograph examining the role of the working classes in accessing classic literature in 18th and 19th century Ireland, England, and Scotland. Additionally, she is co-editing an edited volume on global literary classics. McElduff completed her undergraduate studies at Trinity College, Dublin, followed by a Master's degree at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, and a PhD at the University of Southern California under Tom Habinek and Antony Boyle. She has worked in various organizations across the public and private sectors, bringing diverse experiences into her academic career. McElduff has published multiple books and papers, contributing significantly to the understanding of translation theory and classical texts.

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