Lecturer in Political Thought
University of Virginia
Samuel teaches the history of democracy and the difficult art of living with disagreement.
“My favorite part of teaching is the moment a reader notices something the rest of us haven’t seen. A small seminar gives those moments room to happen.”
Academic affiliation verified. Seminars are independently offered and are not endorsed by the institution.Equality, association, and the habits that sustain a free society.
Dr. Samuel BrooksUniversity of VirginiaAn experiment in government, read on its own terms.
Dr. Samuel BrooksUniversity of VirginiaReading, attention, and the examined life · Spring 2026 · 12 participants
“A thoughtful group and a professor who made space for real questions. The reading was demanding, but very worthwhile.”
Priya S. · 5/5 · Verified attendee“I appreciated the balance of context and discussion. I came away with a fuller understanding, and a few new questions.”
Andrew W. · 4/5 · Verified attendee
