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EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHT

Treasure trove

Animals

The British Library, until 28 August 2023

OVER THE CENTURIES, WE’VE TRAVELLED to the very corners of the globe in order to find out more about the wild world around us, from remote mountaintops to the depths of the oceans. The British Library celebrates that spirit of curiosity and adventure in a new exhibition, Animals: Art, Science & Sound, exploring the various ways in which animals have been researched and documented over the past 2,000 years.

There are four zones to explore (Darkness, Water, Land and Air), each showcasing a diversity of vibrant artworks, fascinating sound recordings and evocative handwritten manuscripts. Admire a

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