Anna Taylor

Anna Taylor is an Associate Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, located in Herter Hall. Her research focuses on medieval European history with a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches to premodern animals, hagiography, and monasticism. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas, Austin (2006).

Her academic background includes significant contributions to medieval studies through works such as Epic Lives and Monasticism in the Middle Ages (2013), which redefined understandings of Latin epic verse saints’ lives. Current projects explore zocentric perspectives on premodern species histories across biology, archaeology, and ethology.

Publications demonstrate expertise in relic veneration, medieval historiography, and manuscript culture. While no specific awards are listed, her sustained engagement with interdisciplinary methods reflects scholarly innovation. Teaching and advising focus on medieval European topics, though specific grant details are not provided. Office hours and contact information are publicly accessible through university directories.