Joseph Farrell

Joseph Farrell is a scholar of classical literature whose books and essays focus especially on Latin poetry, including major work on Virgil and Ovid. He has taught at the University of Pennsylvania, where he has served as a professor of Classical Studies.

His writing is known for combining close reading with broad literary questions, such as tradition, imitation, genre, and the afterlife of ancient texts. That makes his work useful not only for specialists in classics, but also for general listeners and readers who enjoy seeing how old stories continue to shape literary culture.

Alongside his academic articles, he has published books on Roman epic and poetic tradition, helping modern audiences approach some of antiquity's most influential authors with clarity and context.