William Williams

William Williams is a Professor of Education at Concord University's College of Professional and Liberal Studies, Department of Education. He holds a Ph.D. (2008), M.S. (2001) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and a B.A. (1990, 1992) from Oglethorpe University. His research bridges education and literary studies, focusing on 19th-century American and transatlantic Gothic literature. Key interests include Edgar Allan Poe's sociopolitical themes, Walter Scott's influence on Gothic traditions, and comparative analyses of Gothic narratives.

Recent work explores intersections between American democracy and literary expression, transnational Gothic exchanges, and symbolic decay in architectural contexts. Though no formal grants or awards are noted, his scholarship emphasizes cultural and political dimensions within classic texts. He has not listed advisees or active research teams in the provided materials.