Megan Maldonado

Welcome! On this channel I talk about premodern literatures and cultures, how to understand them, and how studying old things can enrich our lives today

My name is Megan Maldonado and I'm a PhD candidate in English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University. As a researcher and university instructor, I use this channel to teach to a broader audience. I want to make my favorite subjects more accessible, interesting, and applicable to modern life.

If you have little to no experience with studying history or reading old books, this channel is for you. If you're a history and literature enthusiast, this channel is also for you! If you want to rage-watch my content out of sheer spite, this channel is definitely for you.

NB I use this channel for a mix of instruction and, more often, the exploration of new ideas. Feel free to research and double-check anything I say.