Laura Marcus

Laura Marcus, a Goldsmiths' Professor of English Literature at Oxford, delves into the captivating world of autobiography. She explores its enduring appeal, tracing its roots from ancient confessions to modern memoirs. Marcus highlights the tension between private narratives and public histories, emphasizing childhood's significance in shaping identities. She discusses how autobiography intersects with philosophy and psychoanalysis, while also examining contemporary forms like auto-fiction and ego media, reflecting on how we construct selves in the digital age.