Eva Thompson— American literary critic, professor and researcher of postcolonial theory, known for her works on Russian and Eastern European literature. Born in Poland, Thompson was educated in the United States, where she later devoted her academic career to the study of cultural processes and imperial influences. Her works reveal issues of ideological control, national identity, and cultural influence of Russia on neighboring countries.
One of Eva Thompson's most famous books is "Imperial Bleeder. Russian Literature and Colonialism", in which she analyzes in detail the colonial nature of Russian culture and literature. Her works have become an important contribution to postcolonial studies, offering a critical perspective on the historical and cultural aspects of the Eastern European region.