Paweł Pyrka

Dr. Paweł Pyrka is a Professor of English and Cultural Studies at SWPS University, Warsaw, specializing in popular literature, mythological narratives, and cultural analysis. He serves as Vice-Dean for Teaching Organization at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and edits the journal Kultura Popularna. His research explores the intersection of literature, media, and societal values, with a focus on works like Star Wars.

• Graduate of the Institute of English Studies, University of Warsaw
• Doctoral research on the cultural context of U.S. popular literature in the early 20th century

Research Interests:
Dr. Pyrka’s work centers on mythological narrative patterns (e.g., Joseph Campbell’s monomyth), the cultural impact of Star Wars, and the evolution of popular literature from pulp magazines to modern media. He examines how recurring storytelling structures resonate psychologically and socially, and how contemporary ideologies influence cultural phenomena.

Academic Roles:
• Vice-Dean for Education at SWPS University’s Faculty of Humanities
• Editor of Kultura Popularna
• Lecturer in the Department of English Studies