Professor Vivien Miller

About the Author

Professor Vivien Miller is a distinguished scholar and educator whose work illuminates the intersections of race, gender, and criminal justice throughout history. With a PhD in History from the University of Cambridge, she has dedicated her career to examining how punitive systems have evolved from colonial eras to contemporary global conflicts, including the War on Terror. As a professor of History and Criminology at a leading university, Miller's research draws on archival sources and interdisciplinary approaches to challenge dominant narratives and advocate for equitable reforms. Her seminal book, Race, Gender, and Punishment: From Colonialism to the War on Terror, part of the Critical Issues in Crime and Society series, has become essential reading for understanding systemic inequalities in punishment. Through her writing and teaching, Miller inspires a new generation to confront injustice with rigor and compassion.