Michael Martel

Michael Martel is an Instructor in the Department of English at the University of Alabama. His expertise spans Literature, Media Politics, and Environmental Humanities, with a focus on Victorian and 19th-century British narratives. Martel holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of California, Davis (2017), an M.A. from Boston College (2009), and a B.A. from the College of St. Joseph (2007).

• Ph.D., English, UC Davis (2017)
• M.A., English, Boston College (2009)
• B.A., English, College of St. Joseph (2007)

His research explores intersections between political theory, state representation, and environmental discourse. Notable works analyze George Eliot’s engagement with local governance, Anthony Trollope’s portrayal of bureaucracy, and William Morris’s socialist narratives. Recent publications address radium’s cultural symbolism and the role of journalism in shaping Victorian-era political consciousness.

Martel’s peer-reviewed articles and reviews demonstrate interdisciplinary rigor, bridging critical theory, digital humanities, and historical analysis. His work frequently engages with 19th-century British texts to interrogate power structures and environmental narratives.

No scientific awards are listed. His advising record is currently unspecified.