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Brendan Kane is a Professor in the Department of History at the University of Connecticut, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University and specializes in early modern British and Irish history, with a focus on the Reformation and the early modern Atlantic World. His research explores Gaelic political thought, the legitimacy of power in Ireland, gender and politics, and the revival of Early Modern Irish language studies through digital humanities initiatives like Léamh.org.
- Education:
- B.A. in History, University of Rochester
- M.Phil in Irish Studies, National University of Ireland, Galway
- Ph.D., Princeton University
- Affiliations:
- Vice-President/President-elect, Celtic Studies Association of North America
- Elected Council Member, North American Conference on British Studies
- Co-director of Léamh.org (digital humanities project)
- Associated with UConn Human Rights Institute and Humility & Conviction in Public Life
His work bridges historical analysis with modern digital tools, emphasizing marginalized languages and cultures. Recent research trends include analyzing how Gaelic perspectives interacted with British colonial frameworks, the role of honor in aristocratic politics, and gendered interpretations of early modern texts. His 2010 award-winning article on Geoffrey Keating’s work highlights his expertise in bridging literary and religious traditions.
Grants and advising are central to his contributions: he has directed major digital projects and advised initiatives like the Dodd Research Center. His involvement with Léamh.org reflects a commitment to accessibility in historical scholarship, particularly for underrepresented languages. Current projects focus on early modern Atlantic World connections and the digital preservation of Gaelic texts.
