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Q&A with Chibli Mallat, author of Democracy Redefined
Read more: Q&A with Chibli Mallat, author of Democracy RedefinedChibli Mallat introduces 'Democracy Redefined' and explores the Lebanese Constitution's history and its unique approach to democracy.

When the Wind Blows: Planning for Nuclear War in the 1980s
Jim Gledhill on the organisation of civil defence in Scotland amidst Cold War tensions.

A parcel of rogues in a nation? Twenty-five years of the Scottish Parliament
David McCrone explores public opinion on the devolved Scottish Parliament over the past 25 years.

Juteopolis?: Dundee’s history as a leading textile town
The authors of The Triumph of Textiles discuss poverty and prosperity during Dundee's time as a textile town

Studying (and Struggling) Abroad: Reflecting on British/American “Transmigrations”
Vaughn Scribner on Dr. Alexander Hamilton, transatlantic voyages past and present, and finding connection in far-flung places.

Lord Kelvin and the Apocalypse: the striking convergence of religion and cosmology
The surprising role of scripture in developing scientific theories of the universe in 19th-century Scotland.

Hermann Gross: a protean German Expressionist artist who chose to live and work in the north of Scotland
Robin Jackson explores the life and extraordinary range of work of 20th century German artist Hermann Gross

Chrystal Macmillan: champion for women’s equality, peace and justice
Meet a key figure of the women's movement of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

James Macpherson, the man behind the myth: Highland clan champion and nouveau riche
Thomas Archambaud explores the life and reputation of writer, politician, clan champion and colonial agent James Macpherson.

Originality and Artistic Impulse: From a Medieval Scottish Friar to Malevich’s Black Square
Is there any such thing as a new idea? Bryony Coombs discusses similarities in artistic expression, centuries apart.