Richard F. Thomas
Born in 1950
scholar.harvard.edu
Richard F. Thomas is a Harvard University professor specializing in Classics.
His research focuses on Hellenistic Greek and Roman literature, intertextuality, and translation theory.
Thomas has published extensively on classical authors and Bob Dylan's work.
He authored "Why Bob Dylan Matters" and has written commentaries on Virgil and Horace.
Thomas teaches a popular course on Dylan at Harvard and has contributed to various publications on classical literature and Dylan's artistry.
His expertise bridges ancient poetry and contemporary songwriting, exploring connections between classical traditions and modern musical expression.
