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    Fugitive slaves, Victorian justiceNew Generation Thinkers 2022

    Oskar Jensen tells the tall tale of a court case inspired by a best-selling novel.

    Fugitive slaves, Victorian justice

    Oskar Jensen tells the tall tale of a court case inspired by a best-selling novel

    A family of witchesNew Generation Thinkers 2022

    Emma Whipday explores the demonisation of single mothers in English witch trials.

    A family of witches

    Emma Whipday explores the demonisation of single mothers in English witch trials.

    Charles Babbage and broadcasting the seaNew Generation Thinkers 2022

    The father of modern computing thought the sea could communicate. Joan Passey tells us why

    The South African BloomsberriesNew Generation Thinkers 2022

    Jade Munslow Ong reads 20s writing by Solomon T Plaatje, Roy Campbell and William Plomer.

    Reasons to CycleRe: Cycling

    There’s never been a better time to get on our bikes insists cycling devotee Andrew Martin

    A Bike RideRe: Cycling

    Andrew Martin and his bike catch a train to Derby to enjoy a long leisurely country cycle.

    Cycling ApparelRe: Cycling

    Andrew Martin examines the intriguingly flamboyant history of cycling attire.

    The Cyclist as Overdog and UnderdogRe: Cycling

    Andrew Martin considers the changing politics of cycling over the ages.

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