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Phyllis Rackin is a Professor of English at the University of Pennsylvania, known for her expertise in Shakespeare studies and feminist literary criticism. She previously served as President of the Shakespeare Association of America. Her research focuses on Shakespeare’s works, gender dynamics in Renaissance drama, and the intersection of history and performance. Rackin has authored influential books including Engendering a Nation, Shakespeare and Women, and Stages of History, which explore themes of gender, power, and national identity in Shakespeare’s plays. Her articles appear in journals like PMLA and Shakespeare Quarterly, emphasizing close textual analysis, feminist critique, and historical context. Rackin has been honored with an ACLS Fellowship and the Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching. She collaborates with scholars such as Jean E. Howard and Evelyn Gajowski on interdisciplinary projects, and her work challenges traditional historiographical frameworks while advocating for inclusive feminist interpretations of early modern literature.
Research Interests:
- Shakespearean tragedies and histories
- Gender representation in Renaissance drama
- Feminist reinterpretations of classic texts
- Performance studies and theatrical practice
- Early modern cultural and political contexts
- Issues of anachronism and temporality in literature
Awards:
- ACLS Fellowship
- Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching
Advising & Grants:
Rackin has advised numerous scholars in feminist literary studies and early modern drama, though specific student names are not listed. Her grants and fellowships support interdisciplinary research at the intersection of gender, history, and performance.
