Arthur Bradley

Arthur Bradley, a professor of comparative literature at Lancaster University and author renowned for his works on political erasure, dives into the intricacies of theater and sovereignty. He discusses how theatricality shapes our understanding of political authority, reflecting on significant props like thrones and their historical meanings. The conversation also touches on political thaumaturgy—where wonder and spectacle intertwine politics with performance. Bradley shares insights on mentoring young scholars and the evolution of academic writing sparked by the 2020 lockdown.