Madeleine Chalmers

Madeleine Chalmers, a Lecturer in French Studies at the University of Leicester and author of *French Technological Thought and the Non-Human Turn*, dives into the intriguing link between Catholicism and contemporary technological thought. She explores how religious rhetoric influences secular discussions of agency and virtuality. Chalmers also examines the nuances of figurative language in understanding technology and reveals unexpected ties to surrealist thought. Her insights prompt a fresh look at literature's role in shaping modern attitudes towards technology.

Madeleine Chalmers, a lecturer in French studies at the University of Leicester, delves into the fascinating interplay of technology, literature, and nonhuman thought. She traces the lineage from French avant-gardes to contemporary thought, highlighting how Catholic theology shapes modern secular ideas. Topics include the idea of technologos, sacramental thinking in secular texts, and the relationship between apocalyptic imagery and innovation. Chalmers also previews her upcoming project on marginalized knowledge and alternative intellectual roots.