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Steven Bruso is an Associate Professor of English at Endicott College, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences, Communication, and Humanities. He advises the Endicott chapter of Sigma Tau Delta. His research explores Medieval/Early Modern literature, fantasy medievalism, gender, and violence.
Education:
- PhD in English, Fordham University (2017)
- MA in English, Clark University (2008)
- BA in English, Westfield State University (2006)
Research Interests: Bruso examines militarism, masculinity, and cultural anxieties through medieval literature and fantasy. His monograph Harde Bodies: Knightly Subjectivity and Violent Selfhood in Late Medieval England (forthcoming) analyzes knightly physicality as a cultural symbol. His work connects medieval themes to modern fantasy narratives, such as George R.R. Martin’s medievalist worldbuilding.
Publications Trends: Recent work bridges medieval ethics (e.g., Sir Gawain and the Green Knight) and modern fantasy’s exploration of violence. His 2017 study on fifteenth-century knighthood underscores historical militarism’s enduring literary influence.
Awards:
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, Fordham University (2017–2018)
Teaching: Courses include Early British Literature, Shakespeare, Fantasy Literature, and Science Fiction. He emphasizes critical reading/writing skills across disciplines.
