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Author-Narrated Colour History

Colour

by Victoria Finlay

Audiobook Narrated by Victoria Finlay 16 hrs and 2 mins

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Victoria Finlay embarks on a globe-trotting quest to uncover the fascinating stories behind the colours that fill our world. From the mines of Afghanistan where lapis lazuli creates the perfect blue, to the insects of Mexico that produce cochineal red, she traces the origins of pigments that have shaped art, commerce, and culture throughout history.

Part travelogue, part art history, and part adventure, this captivating exploration reveals how humans have gone to extraordinary lengths to capture and create colour. Finlay weaves together tales of ancient trade routes, alchemical experiments, and artistic obsession, discovering that every hue has its own remarkable narrative of exploration, exploitation, and innovation. A brilliant journey that will forever change how readers see the vibrant palette of everyday life.