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Bloomsbury presents Mad Enchantment by Ross King, read by Mark Meadows Claude Monet’s water lily paintings are among the most iconic and beloved works of art of the past century. Yet these entrancing images were created at a time of terrible private turmoil and sadness for the artist. The...

Bloomsbury presents The Love of Analog: Meditations on Value by Darren Hudson Hick read by John Chancer Vinyl records. Board games. Paperback books. Film. A philosopher dives into the analog world to show what it offers us and what it says about our values. Packed with first-person anecdotes...

The groundbreaking biography of Booker Prize-winning novelist and art historian Anita Brookner, from one of our leading literary biographers. Hermione Lee reveals the full story of a brilliant, idiosyncratic and complex woman and goes deep into Anita Brookner’s marvellous work in all its...

'Groundbreaking' KATY HESSEL 'Lively and passionate' SIR ANTONY GORMLEY 'A revelation' KATE BRYAN For forty thousand years, we have been carving and moulding, shaping and chiselling, feeling our way and sensing our place in the world through sculpture. In this accessible, story-led journey into...

なぜ人は芸術に巨額を投じるのか。なぜビジネスの最前線で、アートが求められるのか。市場は何に反応しているのか。そして、芸術の真価とは何か。 「ベネッセアートサイト直島」のプロジェクトを成功に導き、金沢21世紀美術館館長、東京藝術大学大学美術館長を歴任。

A Pulitzer Prize Winner and landmark book from one of the truly original scholars of our time: a magnificent revelation of turn-of-the-century Vienna where out of a crisis of political and social disintegration so much of modern art and thought was born. "Not only is it a splendid exploration of...

«Меньше значит больше» стало мантрой современных гуру минимализма, которые обещают, что избавление от избыточного количества вещей — это ключ к решению большинства проблем. Минимализм приобрел огромную популярность. Кайл Чайка, известный культурный обозреватель, критик, искусствовед на протяжении многих лет изучает минималистские тренды. Поиски приводят автора к философским и духовным истокам минимализма, а также к историям истинных минималистов — художников, архитекторов, музыкантов.

The story of the making, loss, and recovery of some of the greatest treasures of antiquity, raising questions about ancient mosaic art and its creation, the work of archaeology, and museum practice. In 1932, after years of fundraising and flurries of letters back and forth, an archaeological...

A dazzling journey through 500 years of art, ideas and human imagination, told through one of the most enduring and versatile artistic mediums ever created - the woodcut. At its simplest, a woodcut begins with a piece of wood, a cutting tool, ink and paper. Yet from these humble materials...

A first-hand account of art, survival and resistance in wartime Ukraine Charlotte Higgins never imagined she would report on a war. But in the autumn of 2022, seven months into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, she travelled there to find out how artists and writers were reflecting the...

Enter the gritty world of Renaissance art history, where creative survival meant battling poverty and ruthless patrons. Perfect for your daily commute, this atmospheric historical deep dive trades the myth of effortless genius for the smoky workshops and echoing churches of fifteenth-century...

Uncover the hidden history of cosmetics, where face paint acts as a powerful tool for social rebellion and survival. Perfect for your morning commute or daily beauty routine, this eye-opening journey transports you from firelit caves to modern film sets. Discover how the human impulse to...

Unlock the inspiring art history of human creativity to understand why cultural upheavals continuously redefine beauty. Perfect for your daily commute or a contemplative evening of lifelong learning, this thought-provoking narrative treats humanity’s artistic evolution as a living, urgent...

Step into a vibrant cultural history of how overlooked floor coverings evolved into mobile architecture and fine art. From ancient temples to modern eco-conscious homes, discover how bundled reeds silently recorded humanity's most dramatic migrations and faiths. This immersive listen is the...

Master the meditative art of lettering and transform everyday handwriting into a mindful creative practice. Perfect for unwinding during a quiet evening or a relaxing commute, this sweeping historical narrative reveals how writing evolved into a cherished visual craft. Step into the attentive...

Explore the hidden cultural history of everyday objects, tracing woven textiles from ancient survival tools to fine art. Whether you need an engaging companion for your daily commute or a reflective escape to unwind, this transporting narrative sweeps you from rugged nomadic tents to echoing...

Uncover the gritty art history of urban rebellion, from ancient stone inscriptions to modern underground subway tags. Whether you are on your morning commute or exploring city streets, this thought-provoking journey reframes the persistent human urge to leave a mark. Discover how everyday people...

Delve into art history and human evolution, tracing our ancient drive to create from torchlit caves to glowing screens. This evocative chronicle bypasses elite catalogues to reveal a grounded, deeply human story of innovation. You will meet the anonymous weavers, carvers, and everyday...

Uncover the fascinating history of aesthetics and how shifting cultural ideals shape our bodies, art, and power today. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this sociological journey traces human desire from ancient cave paintings to modern digital screens. Dive into a reflective exploration...

Master the evolution of art history and transform your cultural literacy with this immersive guide to human creativity. Perfect for a relaxing commute or curious lifelong learners, this sweeping narrative brings prehistoric caves and Renaissance studios vividly to life. You will never walk...