Emma Maggie Solberg

Emma Maggie Solberg is an Associate Professor of English at Bowdoin College, specializing in British medieval literature and culture. Her research explores intersections of book history, religious iconography, and early English drama. She teaches courses on Chaucer, medieval women's writing, and literary theory. Solberg's work has been recognized with the Karofsky Prize and awards for outstanding scholarly contributions.

Education: PhD in English from the University of Virginia; BA from University of Oxford, St. Hilda's College.

Research Interests: Medieval book culture, material religion, and gender studies. Current projects include studies on medieval hair symbolism and the Black Madonna imagery in devotional art.

Publications Trends: Her work bridges textual analysis with cultural history, often focusing on marginalized voices in medieval texts. Recent articles address pedagogy innovations and reinterpretations of Joan of Arc’s cultural legacy.

Awards:

• Outstanding Article Award (2024)
• Karofsky Prize (2016)

Teaching: Courses include ENGL 2012 (Chaucer) and ENGL 2841 (Literary Theory). Known for integrating low-tech, immersive approaches to medieval literature.