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Edmund Richardson is a Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University, where he also serves as a member of the Institute for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. He holds affiliations with the Durham Centre for Classical Reception, promoting interdisciplinary study of ancient Greece and Rome's cultural legacies. His research focuses on the 'afterlives' of antiquity, examining how ancient narratives and figures are reinterpreted across time and cultures. Richardson previously held roles including Leverhulme Early Career Fellow at Durham (2010-12), Hannah Seeger Davis Postdoctoral Fellow at Princeton University (2009-10), and Lecturer at the University of Leeds (2012-13). He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge in 2008.
His work explores themes such as Alexander the Great's mythic transformations, Victorian engagements with classical antiquity, and marginalized voices in classical reception. Notable publications include Alexandria: The Quest for the Lost City (2021) and Classical Victorians (2013). Richardson was honored as an AHRC/BBC New Generation Thinker in 2016, showcasing his ability to translate academic research into accessible public discourse.
Research interests span historiography, tragedy/performance studies, and the intersection of classical texts with modern political movements. His writing frequently highlights how forgotten stories challenge dominant historical narratives. Richardson actively mentors PhD students in classical reception studies and frequently contributes to media discussions of classical antiquity's cultural impact.
