Martha C. Nussbaum

Martha C. Nussbaum’s research explores the intersections of philosophy, law, classical studies, and political theory. She has written many books, including The Monarchy of Fear: A Philosopher Looks at Our Political Crisis (2018); edited 21 books; and published more than 450 articles. Among her multiple awards and honors, Nussbaum received the Kyoto Prize in Arts and Philosophy in 2016, the Don M. Randel Prize for Achievement in the Humanities in 2018, and the Berggruen Prize for Philosophy and Culture in 2018. She is the Ernst Freund Distinguished Service Professor of Law and Ethics, appointed in the Law School and the Philosophy Department.