Historian Michel Pastoureau delves into the cultural significance of the color pink in his latest book, ‘Rose, Histoire d’une Couleur’, published on October 4. Tracing its evolution from antiquity to modern times, Pastoureau explores how pink was once disregarded in color classifications, its association with gender, and its connections to societal norms. The book emphasizes the historical complexities of this often-misunderstood hue, documenting its journey from aristocratic fashion to its polarizing presence in contemporary discussions about gender.