In Revolusi, award-winning historian David Van Reybrouck gives a thrilling account of the revolution in Indonesia of 1949, which overthrew Dutch rule and sparked decolonization across the modern world. In conversation with one of his co-translators, David Colmer, he discusses the lives and the voices that make up this extraordinary narrative, some of whom are still alive, and how they brought them vividly to life for readers today.

On the 16th of April philosopher Roman Krznaric and historian David Van Reybrouck take you on a journey through 1000 years of world history. They share important lessons from our past that help us confront the most urgent challenges we are facing today.

Since 1983, we have welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors to engage with the world’s greatest and emerging writers, thinkers, artists, and performers. Each year, we programme innovative events that capture the hearts and minds of audiences, both in Edinburgh and online. These take the form of on-stage conversations, workshops, creative masterclasses, think tanks, and more, all informed by a culture of open dialogue.