معرفی
Mark Smith is an Associate Professor in History at the University of Oxford's Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE), where he directs the part-time D.Phil programme in Local History. He was formerly a Lecturer in the Modern History of Christianity at King’s College London and holds a BA (1982) and D.Phil (1987) from Jesus College, Oxford.
Research Focus
Smith's research centers on the history of religion from the 18th to 20th century, with emphasis on the Church of England, evangelical movements, and local socio-religious dynamics. Key projects include:
- A history of Evangelical parish ministry (1780-1980)
- Impact of World War I on the Church of England in Oxfordshire
- Lead editorship of the Wilberforce Diaries project (scholarly edition of 1M+ words)
Teaching and Supervision
He teaches an MSc module on 19th-century religion and community, oversees the Diploma in English Local History, and supervises seven D.Phil students. His pedagogical scope extends to the Postgraduate Certificate in Historical Studies.
Publication Trends
Smith's recent works (2004-2021) predominantly analyze Anglican institutional evolution, evangelicalism, and war-era religious responses. Thematic patterns include parish-level studies, clergy roles in societal change, and interdisciplinary intersections with literature/environmental history.
