Leslee Thorne-Murphy is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Department of English at Brigham Young University. She holds a PhD in English Literature from Brandeis University, with undergraduate and master's degrees from BYU. Her research focuses on Victorian literature, particularly the intersection of philanthropy and narrative in 19th-century texts, as well as digital humanities projects like the Victorian Short Fiction Project. She has served as an associate dean and contributed to initiatives such as the 'Victorian Short Fiction Project (Viki Wiki)'. Her work explores topics like charity bazaars, textile symbolism, and authorship practices in Victorian contexts. Educations: PhD (Brandeis University), MA/BA (BYU) Affiliations: Public Humanities Affiliated Faculty, Victorian Short Fiction Project Her research emphasizes how Victorian authors used literature to address social issues like poverty and class disparities. She has explored narratives in works by Charlotte Yonge and others, examining themes of charity, moral responsibility, and institutional reform. Recent projects include analyzing textile symbolism in British literature and the role of periodicals in shaping Victorian short fiction. Thorne-Murphy’s academic service includes leadership roles in the English Department and contributions to conferences such as INCS 2022. She balances scholarly work with family life, including her role as a parent and Relief Society secretary in her LDS congregation.
