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while we wait, why the name? and other things

the macula is the place of best vision in the centre of the retina of the eye, with the maximum concentration of rods and cones (particularly cones)

Nov 25, 2022 •

New

i promise it'll come eventually

Oct 15, 2022 •

Macula was originally conceived as a personal essay writing project and pseudo-diary, but that clearly isn't going to work. So, let's switch things up.

Sep 18 •

Still a work in progress :)

Feb 10 •

Macula

Macula

Analysing some brilliant essays to uncover the secrets of essay-writing. Part personal hobby, part CAS project.

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