Alexandra Cook

Associate Professor Alexandra Cook specializes in Medieval Literature at the University of Alabama's Department of English. She holds a PhD in Medieval Literature from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her research focuses on Chaucer studies, medieval literary theory, and modern reinterpretations of medieval themes.

Education

• PhD, Medieval Literature, University of California, Santa Barbara

Research Interests
Dr. Cook examines the intersection of medieval texts with contemporary cultural narratives, particularly in American contexts. She explores how medievalism shapes Southern literary identity and historical memory through works like Red Rock and Gone With the Wind. Her courses include medieval literature surveys and single-author studies on Chaucer.

Teaching
Offers annual undergraduate courses on medieval literature and Chaucer, alongside graduate seminars like Postmedieval Chaucer and Allegory and Representation.