The Hon Miriam Rothschild interviewed by Polly Toynbee. Throughout her life the Hon Miriam Rothschild, Commander of the British Empire, Fellow of the Royal Society, has been consumed by a passion for natural history. She had no formal education but has been honoured by universities and scientific institutions throughout the world. An indomitable and public-spirited campaigner, she cares deeply about life - people, plants and animals.