Barry Torch, PhD (he/him) is a historian and a skeptical optimist with a deep passion for communication, writing, and editing.

I recently completed my doctorate in medieval and early modern history at York University. I have been to more than a few rare book libraries, spent weeks nose-deep in medieval manuscripts, and I have presented my work internationally, and published some of my research in academic journals and articles. When not reading, writing, and editing history, I enjoy using (and cleaning) my fountain pens, playing and thinking about video games, and playing with my dog Diefenbarker.

PhD, History, York University (2023)

MA, History, York University (2013)

BA, Honours History and Philosophy, Wilfrid Laurier University (2012)

Photo:  Me in Rome, standing under the plaque noting the first printing press shop in Rome, Sweynheym and Pannartz's printing press, at the Massimo palace. The beard no longer exists.