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Professor Ronald Hutton is a leading historian at the University of Bristol and the Gresham Professor of Divinity (2022–present). His work bridges the history of religion, paganism, and magic, with a focus on medieval and modern periods. He holds degrees from Cambridge and Oxford and is affiliated with multiple academic societies.
- Professor of History, University of Bristol
- Gresham Professor of Divinity (2022–present)
- Fellow of the British Academy
- Fellow of the Royal Historical Society
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries
- Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales
Hutton’s research explores the evolution of religious practices, particularly paganism, witchcraft, and ancient deities. His recent lectures and publications analyze themes such as ritual nudity, dragons, and the interplay between pagan goddesses and Christian Europe. He sits on editorial boards for journals dedicated to religion and magic.
His lecture series spans topics from the Western Magical Tradition to the Return of the Horned God, reflecting a career-long engagement with the cultural and historical dimensions of magic and spirituality. He is currently working on the third volume of his biography of Oliver Cromwell.
- Awards for teaching and research
- Fellow of the British Academy
- Fellow of the Royal Historical Society
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries
- Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales
Hutton has authored 20 books and 96 essays, with global lecturing experience and extensive media appearances. His work continues to shape public and academic discourse on religious history and modern pagan movements.
