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A free-range collection of intriguing stories and snippets about history, science, art, and culture.
By Amy · Launched 2 years ago
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Issue 23: that old book smell
A little round-up of stories about archiving, eating, and getting high on ‘bibliosmia’*
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Issue 22: the enduring, charismatic traffic light men of eastern Berlin
How an accessible, scientifically based design became a cult figure and survived German reunification.
Jul 29
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Issue 21: the evolutionary and restorative reasons we love the smell of oncoming rain
The science behind our ability to sense a storm before it starts.
Jul 15
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Issue 20: the campaign righting some of Scotland’s historic wrongs
For those unjustly persecuted in the past, those still in danger of witchcraft accusations today, and women everywhere.
Jul 1
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Issue 19: the 17th Century prescription at the border between magic and medicine
How a first-of-its-kind study is uncovering the origins, patterns, and peculiarities of witch bottles.
Jun 17
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Issue 18: whatever happened to Samuel Pepys’ parmesan?
A pondering of the possibilities: served or preserved?
Jun 3
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Issue 17: fascinating fungi facts
A tribute to the myriad organisms that make our worlds, change our minds, and shape our futures.
May 20
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Issue 16: stimulants, creativity, and productivity
A short exploration of the origin and veracity of a famous literary quote.
May 6
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