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Carl Kears is a Senior Lecturer in Medieval Literature at King's College London's Department of English, part of the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. His research focuses on Old English literature's materiality, contemporary poetry's engagement with medieval themes, and the interplay between medieval studies and science fiction. He is affiliated with the Centre for Late Antique and Medieval Studies, an interdisciplinary hub exploring pre-modern cultures.
Key research areas include the codicological analysis of manuscripts like Junius 11, the influence of Old English poetry on 20th-century experimental writing, and re-evaluating medieval literature through a sci-fi lens. His publications span peer-reviewed articles, edited volumes (e.g., Medieval Science Fiction), and a monograph on Junius 11's cultural significance.
Teaching includes modules on medieval literary culture, Beowulf, and postgraduate topics like 'Contemporary Medieval.' He co-ordinates the Cosmo Davenport-Hines Poetry Prize, fostering student engagement with poetic traditions.
