Jack Lynch
استاد · Eighteenth-century literature and culture
Rutgers, The State University of New Jerseyمعرفی
Jack Lynch is a Professor in the Department of English at Rutgers University. He specializes in eighteenth-century literature and culture, with a focus on Samuel Johnson, forgery, Shakespeare reception, and the history of the language. After earning his BA and PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, Lynch has contributed extensively to Johnsonian studies and related fields.
Education
- BA, University of Pennsylvania, 1989
- PhD, University of Pennsylvania, 1998
Research Interests
Lynch's work centers on eighteenth-century British literature, particularly the life and influence of Samuel Johnson. His interdisciplinary approach spans literary analysis, lexicography, and the study of deception in historical contexts. He also investigates how Shakespeare's works have been received and interpreted over time.
Scientific Awards
- Faculty Scholar–Teacher Award, Rutgers University (2007–8)
- Board of Trustees Research Fellowship for Scholarly Excellence, Rutgers University (2004–5)
- David Hosford Scholarship, Rutgers University, Newark, N.J. (2004–5)
Additional Roles
He teaches courses on eighteenth-century literature, satire, the early novel, and language history as part of the Liberal Studies program at Rutgers University.
