Magda Teter

About the Author

Magda Teter is a distinguished historian and professor of history at Wesleyan University, where she specializes in early modern Jewish history, religious violence, and the intersections of memory and heritage. Her scholarship illuminates the complexities of Europe's past, particularly how medieval narratives have been manipulated in contemporary discourse. With a keen eye for the ways history shapes identity and politics, Teter's work bridges academic rigor with public engagement, challenging readers to reconsider inherited stories. She has contributed to numerous journals and edited volumes, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of Jewish-Christian relations. Her latest book, Whose Middle Ages?: Teachable Moments for an Ill-Used Past (Fordham Series in Medieval Studies), exemplifies her commitment to reclaiming history from misuse, offering vital insights for educators, scholars, and anyone grappling with the legacies of the past in the present.