Barry Stocker

Barry Stocker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, Turkey. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Sussex, UK, and maintains an active research profile in Continental European Philosophy, political philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, and the intersection of philosophy and literature.

• Ph.D., University of Sussex, UK

His research interests span a broad spectrum of post-Kantian thought, with a particular focus on figures such as Kierkegaard, Derrida, Hegel, Foucault, Vico, and Joyce. He explores themes of deconstruction, ethical decision, sovereignty, literary judgment, and the philosophical dimensions of narrative and history. His work bridges analytic and continental traditions, especially in examining language, subjectivity, and political institutions.

The recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with ethical universality and singularity, the role of literature in philosophical thought, and critical analyses of neoliberalism and republicanism. His scholarship demonstrates a deep interdisciplinary reach, connecting philosophy with literary theory, political economy, and historical consciousness.

Barry Stocker has authored influential monographs including Philosophy of the Novel (2018), Kierkegaard on Politics (2014), and Derrida on Deconstruction (2006). He has also co-authored and edited significant works such as Rousseau on Language and Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings. His articles appear in high-quality journals like Angelaki, Hegel Jahrbuch, and Journal of the British Society for Phenomenology.

He serves as a Colloquium Coordinator, indicating active involvement in academic community building. While no formal advising or grant information is available, his extensive publications suggest a strong research trajectory and potential supervision of graduate students. He maintains regular office hours, underscoring his commitment to teaching and student engagement.