Kassia St. Clair

Kassia St Clair is a British writer and cultural historian who specialises in the history and science of colour and materials. Her bestselling book The Secret Lives of Colour explored the fascinating stories behind different hues, from ancient pigments to modern synthetics. The Golden Thread continues her exploration of material culture, tracing the history of fabric and textiles across civilisations and centuries. St Clair's writing combines rigorous research with elegant storytelling, making seemingly everyday subjects feel extraordinary. Her audiobooks and books are beloved by readers and listeners who enjoy popular history and cultural writing that reveals the hidden stories in the objects around us.