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The Persistence of Thomas Clarkson

Today, the slave trade is a £150bn global business. Back in the late 18th century, it was making a lot of influential people very rich too, but some in England were determined to stop it.

938

Richard Arkwright

Arkwright invented the factory, without which modern life would be impossible.

939

The Sacred Snakes of Kefalonia

Once a year, regular as clockwork, the little snakes slither into the convent for a Feast of the Virgin Mary.

940

The Science of Salix

Edward Stone wondered if the willow tree might have more in common with the Peruvian cinchona tree than just its damp habitat.

941

The Selfless Courage of Leo the Cook

In 6th century France, a faithful kitchen servant sold himself into slavery to rescue a kidnapped boy.

942

The Siege of Arcot

Twenty-five-year-old Robert Clive’s extraordinary daring helped to prevent India falling into the hands of the French King.