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Calne Celebrates Science and Fizz with "Not Just Oxygen"!

Writer's picture: Tim HavenithTim Havenith

Did you know a local hero unlocked the secret of oxygen right here in Calne?

2024 marked the 250th anniversary of Joseph Priestley's groundbreaking discovery, and our town went all out to celebrate! A dedicated group of residents formed the Priestley 250 group, organizing a year-long series of events, exhibitions, and talks.


But the fun didn't stop there!

Calne Wordfest, Calne's very own literacy charity, joined the festivities with a fantastic book launch: "Not Just Oxygen"! This captivating anthology features 13 thought-provoking pieces by the Calne Wordfest Writers' Group, alongside 21 imaginative stories from local schoolchildren who participated in a special Priestley 250 competition.

Curious minds will be delighted! Dive into factual accounts of Priestley's life in Calne, explore the surprising connection between him and Schweppes (yes, the fizzy drink!), and even ponder the potential consequences of having a little too much oxygen in the air.

The title "Not Just Oxygen" is a clever double entendre. (Even if we do say so ourselves!) It not only reflects Priestley's vast scientific contributions beyond gases, but also echoes Calne Wordfest's first anthology, "Not Just Bacon" (we love a good pun!).

Ready to get your hands on a copy?  "Not Just Oxygen" is available for purchase, with special savings for local orders! Copies of “Not Just Oxygen” can be ordered directly from Amazon 

Paperback - £16.50

Hardback - £21.99

Or they can be ordered more cheaply from Calne Wordfest by emailing steve@calnewordfest.co.uk

Paperback - £12.00

Hardback - £15.00

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