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John Flood is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English Language & Culture at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. He specializes in medieval and early modern Anglophone literature and culture, particularly focusing on Christianity's role in English literature. His research explores topics such as Eve's representation in antiquity and the Middle Ages, early modern Irish writing, and the interplay between theology and literature.
Education:
- BA (Hons) English and Philosophy, Maynooth University
- BSc (Hons) Psychology, Open University
- MA Modern English and American Literature, University College Dublin
- MA Philosophy, University of York
- MPhil Medieval English Literature, University of Oxford
- PhD English Literature, Trinity College Dublin (Oxford DPhil)
Research Interests: Flood's work centers on the intersection of religion and literature, with emphasis on:
- Early modern and medieval literary culture
- Biblical figures (Eve, Mary)
- Irish writing in English pre-1800
- Heresy and orthodoxy discourses
- Textual reception and adaptation
Awards:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK)
- Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (UK)
Academic Service: Flood has held numerous administrative roles including MA Thesis Coordinator, Chair of Departmental Boards, and membership in interdisciplinary councils. His external engagements include co-convening the Agricola Seminar for medieval studies and serving as Subject Leader in Literature at Dublin City University.
Labs/Teams: Active in collaborative projects such as the Robert Grosseteste Society and interdisciplinary medieval studies initiatives.
