Mary Fuller

Mary Fuller is a distinguished researcher with a focus on early modern travel, history of geography and cartography, and the history of the book. She has authored two monographs and numerous articles and book chapters covering topics such as early English relations with various regions and early circumnavigations. Fuller's recent work delves into the European perceptions of the Arctic during the early modern period.

Her research specialties include travel writing and the history of the book. Fuller's educational background includes a Ph.D. in English from The Johns Hopkins University and a B.A. in English from Dartmouth College. Throughout her career, she has held various positions at MIT ranging from lecturer to professor, including important roles such as Head of the Literature section and Associate Chair of the Faculty.