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Dr Liam Preston is a Teaching Fellow in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University, specializing in Latin literature and the reception of Epicureanism in Neronian-period authors such as Lucan, Petronius, and Seneca. He joined Durham in September 2022 after completing his PhD in Classics at the University of Exeter in March 2022, focusing on ethical ideas in Neronian literature.
- Education: PhD in Classics (University of Exeter, 2022).
His research interests span Latin literature, Epicurean philosophy, and Neronian Rome’s intellectual context. He also engages with early Greek philosophy and translation theory, exploring how ancient texts shape modern understandings of ethics and textual interpretation. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary connections between philosophy and literature, particularly in analyzing how Epicurean ideals manifest in Neronian-era works.
He contributed to the outreach project ‘Ancient Recipes for Wellbeing and Happiness’ (2020-2021) led by Dr. Djerasimovic and Dr. Galluzzo, collaborating with the University of the Third Age to investigate the practical relevance of ancient philosophical ideas to contemporary life. This project informed Durham’s REF2021 Impact Case Study.
- Advising/Grants: No formal grants or advisees listed, but he actively participates in collaborative research projects.
Though not explicitly mentioned, his scholarly activities align with Durham’s Classics department, where he teaches Ancient Philosophy and Latin. His work bridges literary analysis with philosophical inquiry, reflecting a commitment to both pedagogy and research.
