Professor Dr. Yaël Schlick

Biography

Yaël Schlick's teaching and research interests encompass a varied array of subjects including travel writing, metafiction, contemporary fiction, and American poetry. Her recent work has led her to explore historical documents related to notable literary figures such as Richard Byrd and Elizabeth Bishop. Scholars acknowledge her extensive research at institutions like Ohio State University and Vassar College, where she examined the influences and archival materials that shaped the works of these authors. Currently, she is engaged with the Martha Gellhorn Archive at Boston University, where she is uncovering the intricacies of Gellhorn's life as a war correspondent and novelist, revealing a rich tapestry of experiences that reflect on 20th-century literary history. Through her research, Schlick strives to highlight the intersections of personal narrative and historical context, contributing significantly to the fields of autobiography, literary theory, and poetry.

Research Interests