Professor of Comparative Literature and Literary Critic with over 20 years of academic experience. Specializes in the cognitive benefits of deep reading, literary theory, and the evolution of narrative structures in the digital age.
Dr. Alistair Thorne holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from Oxford University and has spent two decades teaching at premier institutions while consulting for major publishing houses on editorial strategy. His research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and literature, specifically how complex narratives influence empathy and neuroplasticity. An active contributor to literary journals, he bridges the gap between high academia and accessible reading strategies, helping readers navigate everything from dense philosophical novels to modern bestsellers. He offers authoritative advice on curating reading habits, understanding genre evolution, and preserving intellectual focus in a distracted world.