Dr. Tony Pollock

Biography

Tony Pollock is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Illinois University. He specializes in Eighteenth-century British and French literature and culture, with research interests that encompass gender studies, print culture, publics, counterpublics, aesthetics, ethics, and critical theory. Pollock has contributed significantly to the field through his scholarly work, particularly in the nuances of gender fictions in the public sphere from 1690 to 1755. His key publication, 'Gender Fictions Public Sphere, 1690-1755', published by Routledge, highlights the intersections of gender and literature during the Eighteenth century. Pollock's academic contributions also extend through his participation in various campus affiliations and his engagement with critical theory as it relates to historical literary contexts. He is actively involved in teaching and mentoring students in comparative literature, drawing from his PhD studies at Cornell University. His work continues to influence the understanding of Eighteenth-century literary landscapes in contemporary scholarship.

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