David B Hobbs

David B Hobbs is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at the University of Lethbridge, specializing in 20th-21st century poetry and cultural theory. His work bridges urban studies, Marxist theory, and queer/affect studies, with a focus on modernist lyric modes and experimental poetry’s role in social movements.

His research involves archival analysis and collaboration with students, who contribute to interpreting early poetic forms and manuscripts. He has written for mainstream outlets like Boston Review, The Nation, and BOMB Magazine, exploring topics such as spirituality in poetry and contemporary experimental literature.

Hobbs emphasizes fostering students’ identities as writers, integrating literary analysis with sociopolitical reflection. His current work expands his doctoral dissertation into a book, incorporating diverse poets to address communal experiences through solitary literary forms.