Born in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., this esteemed individual has cultivated a profound understanding of the literary world, possessing master's and doctoral degrees in English Literature from Georgetown University and the University of Maryland, respectively.
With a wealth of academic experience, this scholar has the distinction of teaching a diverse range of courses at the University of Maryland, including Shakespeare, Medieval Studies, 18th Century Studies, and Contemporary British Drama.
In addition to their impressive academic credentials, this individual has also made significant contributions to the world of publishing, having authored three notable books: "The Official Guide to Colonial Williamsburg" (1985),"The Smithsonian Book of Books" (1992),and "Milton's Teeth & Ovid's Umbrella" (Simon & Schuster, 1996).
Furthermore, this accomplished writer has written over 70 documentaries on cultural history and natural history, which have been featured on prominent television networks such as Discovery, TLC, Smithsonian, and National Geographic.
The breadth of their writing expertise extends beyond documentary television, as they have penned over 200 articles, book reviews, and essays for esteemed publications like Smithsonian, Colonial Williamsburg, Historic Preservation, The Washington Post, and the New York Times.
In recognition of their exceptional writing talents, this individual has been awarded two Emmys, one in 2001 and another in 2002, for their outstanding work in television documentary writing.
