Insects: Small but Perfectly Formed

A close up look into the miraculous world of insects.

This event takes place in the British Library and will be simultaneously live streamed on the British Library platform. Tickets may be booked either to attend in person, or to watch on our platform (online) either live or within 48 hours on catch up. In-person ticket bookers will also be sent a bonus link to the online event. Viewing links will be sent out shortly before the event.

The online version of this event will be live captioned.

Celebrating the alien and magical insect from Robert Hooke’s 1664 study of minute bodies Micrographia to cutting-edge contemporary photography.

With leading macro photographer Levon Biss.

Chaired by broadcaster and beekeeper Martha Kearney.

In partnership with the Royal Entomological Society and part of Insect Week.

This event accompanies the British Library’s exhibition Animals: Art, Science and Sound.

 

Book in advance via British Library website

Suitable for

• 14-18 Years
• Adults

Event type

• Talk

Organised by

British Library

Insects: Small but Perfectly Formed