Professor Emily Thomas investigates the shape of time.
27 January 2026
In the 19th century, the linear idea of time became dominant, forever changing how those in the West experience the world.
What happened when 19th century thinkers changed the shape of time? In this magazine article, Emily Thomas finds out...
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