Joseph Roth Professors and Supervisors

Cristina Floreaمشاهده پروفایل

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Cornell UniversityUnited States

Cristina Florea serves as an Assistant Professor of History at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences, with additional affiliations in the Jewish Studies Program and Society for the Humanities. Her academic work focuses on the complex historical dynamics of Central and Eastern Europe, particularly examining the interactions between German and Russian imperial powers across this contested region. Dr. Florea's research centers on imperial legacies, nationalism, and the relationship between great power politics and local societies in Eastern Europe. She approaches her field from both global and transnational perspectives while maintaining attention to local contexts. Her current book project, Crossroads of Empire: Revolutions and Encounters at the Frontiers of Europe , examines the borderland region of Bukovina across multiple imperial transitions. She is also working on an intellectual biography of Joseph Roth, the Galician-born German-Jewish author. Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on Eastern European history, empire studies, and contemporary geopolitical issues. Recent works include articles in Past and Present and New German Critique , along with influential public commentary in Foreign Affairs , TIME , and CNN Opinion analyzing the historical dimensions of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Her writing frequently explores how imperial competition shaped Eastern European politics and societies, and how these historical legacies continue to influence contemporary geopolitics. Dr. Florea teaches courses on East European and Soviet history, World War II and interwar Europe, including upcoming classes 'Empires and Vampires: History of Eastern Europe' (Spring 2025) and 'Europe in Flames: World War II and its Aftermath' (Fall 2025). Her teaching reflects her scholarly interests in borderlands, empires, and the complex interplay between global processes and local experiences in Eastern Europe.

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Brian Jay Mcdonaldمشاهده پروفایل

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Adelphi UniversityUnited States

Brian Jay McDonald serves as Associate Professor in Archives and Special Collections within Adelphi University's University Libraries, where he bridges literary scholarship with archival practice. His work focuses on 20th-21st century American literary heritage through manuscript analysis and publishing history. Education: M.L.I.S. Archives Specialization, University of Pittsburgh (2013) Ph.D. English Literature, University of Edinburgh (2005) M.A., Memorial University of Newfoundland (2000) Professor McDonald's research centers on Jewish American literary identity, archival methodologies, and publishing history. His scholarship examines how authors like Philip Roth and Norman Mailer engage with American cultural narratives through textual artifacts, with recent work analyzing subscription publishing models and literary manuscript collections. He investigates intersections of Jewish identity, historical trauma, and democratic theory within contemporary fiction. His publication trajectory reveals an evolution from postmodern literary analysis (2004-2008) toward archival studies of publishing history and author manuscripts (2014-2021). Recent work demonstrates deepening focus on material culture of books, special collections curation, and the preservation of modern literary heritage, particularly through Franklin Library archives and contemporary author papers. Scientific Awards: 2013 Rare Book School Directors’ Scholarship 2009-2010 Harry Ransom Center Research Fellowship McDonald's research is supported by prestigious archival fellowships including the Harry Ransom Center award. As Consulting Editor for Philip Roth Studies since 2006, he shapes scholarly discourse on major American authors. His grant-funded archival work at institutions like Villanova University (evidenced by the Joseph McGarrity digital exhibition) demonstrates collaborative curation of historical collections. No formal student advising roles are documented in current materials.

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Marion Brandtمشاهده پروفایل

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University of GdańskPoland

Professor Marion Brandt serves as Director of the Institute of German Philology at the University of Gdańsk's Faculty of Languages. With academic affiliations at the university since 2000 and receiving her professorship title in 2021, she has established herself as a leading scholar in Polish-German literary relations. Her scholarly trajectory began with studies in history, German philology, and pedagogy at the University of Warsaw and Humboldt University in Berlin (1990), followed by a PhD from Humboldt University (2002), habilitation from Humboldt University (2002), and later habilitation from the University of Gdańsk (2005). Her research focuses on Polish-German intercultural and postcolonial studies Discourse about Poland in German literature Literature about Gdańsk Poetry and literary avant-garde Women's writing, particularly Gertrud Kolmar German-Polish literary relations in the 20th century Her scholarly expertise encompasses German authors like Alfred Döblin and Günter Grass, with special attention to Polish-German cultural memory and representation. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2017-2021) reveals consistent focus on Polish-German cultural memory, intertextuality in literature about Gdańsk, and the representation of Poland in German literary discourse. Her work demonstrates sophisticated engagement with theoretical frameworks including postcolonial theory, memory studies, and comparative literary analysis, with particular attention to authors like Gertrud Kolmar, Alfred Döblin, and contemporary Polish-German literary figures. Her scientific recognition includes numerous prestigious awards and fellowships: Multiple German Literature Archive Marbach scholarships (1994, 2013) Humboldt University Berlin scholarship (1995) German Historical Institute Warsaw fellowship (1996, 2000) Humboldt University habilitation scholarship (1997-1999) DAAD international conference grant (2005) Herder Foundation grants (2011, 2012) Polish-German Cooperation Foundation grant (2013) Professor Brandt has served as editorial board member for numerous academic publications and international conferences, including the International Alfred Döblin Colloquium in Warsaw (2013) and scholarly works on Günter Grass. Her consultation hours are regularly scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, reflecting her active engagement with students and academic community.

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Jon Hughesمشاهده پروفایل

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Royal Holloway, University of LondonUnited Kingdom

German and Austrian Cultural History (1918–1945)
Weimar Republic Cinema
History of Sport and Leisure in Germany
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Jon Hughes is a Reader in German and Cultural Studies at the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Royal Holloway. He serves as Programme Director for German and previously held the position of Head of Department (2013–2015). His research focuses on German and Austrian cultural history between 1918–1945, with special emphasis on Weimar cinema, cultural responses to sport, and the works of Joseph Roth and Max Schmeling. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Education: Bachelor's/Master's at New College, Oxford PhD from University of Wales Swansea (2000) Research Interests: Weimar Republic film culture, particularly Menschen am Sonntag Cultural politics of Nazi Germany Literature of anti-fascist exile Max Schmeling's role as a national icon Joseph Roth's exploration of modernity His publications include People on Sunday (2025), an acclaimed study of Weimar cinema, and Max Schmeling and the Making of a National Hero (2018), which examines the boxer's cultural significance. His work bridges interdisciplinary approaches, combining film studies, literary analysis, and sports history. Teaching: Leads courses on German cinema, comparative literature, and film studies. Courses include National Socialism and The Third Reich in German Film and International Film: Contexts and Practices . Engagement: Gives frequent lectures and presentations on Weimar culture and German sports history. Serves as an external PhD examiner and supports postgraduate research in his areas of expertise.

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Bastian Dewenterمشاهده پروفایل

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University of SiegenGermany

Bastian Dewenter is a researcher and lecturer in German Studies at the University of Siegen, Faculty I, specializing in German Literature and its Didactics. He has been affiliated with the university since 2010 and has served as a staff member at the Chair of Literature Didactics and later at the Chair of German Studies/Literature Didactics II under Prof. Dr. Berbeli Wanning since 2014. Since April 2024, he holds the position of Temporary Academic Councillor. He earned his doctorate in 2016 with a dissertation on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s theater discourse, published in 2017. Master's Degree in General Literature/German Studies, University of Siegen and Högskolan i Skövde (2009) Doctorate (Dr. phil.), University of Siegen (2016) Professional Teaching Competence for the University, Network Hochschuldidaktik NRW (2015) Dewenter’s research centers on literature didactics, reading socialization, literary canon formation, and the literary and theatrical works of E.T.A. Hoffmann and Joseph Roth. His work bridges historical analysis with pedagogical application, particularly in secondary German education. He investigates how literature is received across time, how reading shapes identity, and how canonical status is constructed and challenged. His recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with narrative theory, autobiographical forms, and the interplay between theater and literature. Articles span topics from the Werther effect in 18th-century drama to narrative thresholds in youth literature and the portrayal of war returnees in Joseph Roth’s novels. His scholarship combines close textual analysis with historical and cultural context. Member, ETA Hoffmann Society (since 2017) Member, Reading Research Network (since 2019) Member, #breiterkanon network (since 2021) Bastian Dewenter advises and contributes to academic discourse through conference presentations, workshops, and collaborative research. He has co-organized expert meetings on reading and led workshops on literature as identity. His editorial work includes significant volumes on theater history and audience research. He teaches courses such as Fundamentals of Literary Didactics and seminars on reading promotion and literary canon, shaping future German language educators. He is actively involved in research teams and editorial projects focused on historical theater audience research and literary didactics. His work with the Proscenium series and collaborative editing with scholars like Hans-Joachim Jakob and Hermann Korte underscores his role in a vibrant academic network dedicated to German literary and theatrical history.

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Carolin Bohlmannمشاهده پروفایل

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Academy of Fine Arts ViennaAustria

Carolin Bohlmann is a Professor at the Institute for Conservation and Restoration of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, specializing in the materiality and conservation of modern and contemporary art. Her research spans interdisciplinary intersections of art history, media theory, and conservation science, with a focus on light concepts in painting, Joseph Beuys’ installations, and time-based media preservation. Current projects: BEST AVAILABLE COPY (interdisciplinary replication studies), Conceptual Art Materiality , and Preserving Ephemeral Processes Teaching: Courses in Conservation-Restoration and seminars on material theory for doctoral students She leads the Department of Conservation-Restoration of Modern and Contemporary Art, collaborates with institutions like the Hamburger Bahnhof, and has held visiting roles at TU Berlin, HTW Berlin, and Humboldt University. Recent publications analyze material degradation, conservation ethics, and media-specific challenges in art preservation. Scientific Awards 2019 Fellowship at IKKM (International College for Cultural Technique Research and Media Philosophy)

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Barbara Neymeyrمشاهده پروفایل

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University of KlagenfurtAustria

Barbara Neymeyr is a Professor in the Department of Linguistics and Literature at the University of Klagenfurt, Austria, affiliated with the Institute of German Studies. Her research spans literary theory, philosophy, and cultural history with a focus on German-language literature from the 18th to 20th centuries. Her research interests include: Literary Theory and Aesthetics German Literature (Romanticism, Realism, Modernism) Philosophy and Literature (Nietzsche, Schopenhauer) Intertextuality and Myth Reception Intermediality (Literature and Music/Visual Arts) Cultural History of Modernity Neymeyr's scholarship critically examines intersections between literature and philosophy, particularly in Nietzsche's influence on modernist authors like Robert Musil and Thomas Mann. Her work emphasizes cultural diagnosis, moral philosophy, and the deconstruction of myths in Austrian literary modernism, often analyzing satirical and utopian elements in works by Joseph Roth and Musil. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a dominant focus on Nietzschean commentary, especially her multi-volume Historischer und kritischer Kommentar zu Friedrich Nietzsches Werken . Key thematic trends include moral aesthetics in Schiller/Schopenhauer/Nietzsche dialogues, psychological dimensions in Musil's works, and epoch diagnoses in Joseph Roth's Radetzkymarsch . Recurring subfields involve intertextuality, cultural decline narratives, and the role of satire in modernist critiques of society.

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