History
Subject: 12th- and 13th-century English History writing.
Advisor: Prof. Ayelet Even-Ezra.
Abstract: The 12th century in England saw the emergence of an unprecedented interest in the writing of chronicles and histories. Much of this interest centered on pre-Saxon history and drew heavily on Breton and Welsh traditions. These texts include, among other things, numerous depictions of supernatural or preternatural phenomena and beings - particularly a striking number of demons. In my thesis, I aim to map these demonic appearances and examine their role both in the broader worldview of the period and within the specific framework of the newly developing historical writing.
MA Honors 2025/26