Writing

The man who democratised the colour purple

The man who democratised the colour purple

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 36: How my favourite colour is linked to one of my favourite drinks, and how its discovery broke new ground in fashion and science. (Opens in new window.)

Interview with a death historian

Interview with a death historian

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 28: Louvain Rees explains what her job is all about and shares some of her favourite discoveries. (Opens in new window.)

That old book smell

That old book smell

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 23: A little round-up of stories about archiving, eating, and getting high on ‘bibliosmia’* (Opens in new window.)

Fascinating fungi facts

Fascinating fungi facts

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 17: A tribute to the myriad organisms that make our worlds, change our minds, and shape our futures. (Opens in new window.)

Kepler’s cosmic cup

Kepler’s cosmic cup

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 14: The scientific breakthrough/dinner party amusement that never quite was. (Opens in new window.)

The Famous Women Dinner Service

The Famous Women Dinner Service

Born Free Press newsletter, Issue 12: An artistic celebration of women’s success and notoriety, at a time when they were often anonymous. (Opens in new window.)