About
Timothy Snyder is a distinguished American historian specializing in Central and Eastern European history, the Soviet Union, and the Holocaust. He currently holds the inaugural Chair in Modern European History at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto. Previously, he was the Richard C. Levin Professor of History at Yale University. Snyder is known for his extensive research and writing on topics such as nationalism, totalitarianism, and political thought in the 20th century.
Career Timeline
Doctorate from Oxford
Snyder earns his doctorate in history from Oxford University.
Publishes 'The Reconstruction of Nations'
Early work establishes Snyder as a historian.
'Bloodlands' Published
Bestselling book gains widespread attention.
'On Tyranny' Released
Another bestseller focusing on contemporary politics.
Chair at University of Toronto
Takes on a new role in Toronto.
Influential Public Intellectual
Snyder continues to write and speak on historical topics.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026