Edinburgh International Book Festival Non-fiction (Adults) £15.50

Turi King: The Secrets of Our DNA

Professor Turi King, Jo Sharp
Courtyard Theatre 19 Aug
15.45 1hr
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Renowned genealogist Professor Turi King uses her renowned skills to reshape our understanding of our ancestors, from unearthing their previously known medical conditions to their surprising international connections. In 2012, King led the identification of King Richard III’s body; in 2025, she co-presented Channel 4's documentary, Hitler’s DNA; today, she unpacks The Secrets of Our DNA, exploring how DNA shapes our world, from trial outcomes to species survival. Chaired by Jo Sharp. 

Supported by the Turtleton Charitable Trust the Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation and the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom

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