This is a fascinating book by a textile artist, examining the power and politics of needlecraft. It’s part memoir, part…
‘You never forget the day you lose your home.’ This is a story with a heart and a message. There…
Maggie O’Farrell’s second novel is beautifully written and the style is my definition of accessible literary fiction. Although I really…
I thought I would like this book. A dystopian novel, it has some similarities to The Wall by John Lanchester…
This classic novel is a masterpiece. I first read it a few years ago and on re-reading recently I appreciated…
Freddie Mercury. Legend, icon, genius. This excellent biography is by a music journalist who was privileged to have met him…
Vintage ‘found’ photos of weird children were the inspiration for this book. It’s unusual for a novel to include photographs.…
Shocking and insightful, this is a two-part investigation into the current situation of Burma (Myanmar) as it recovers from the…
Poor tragic sensitive Werther. He’s always at emotional extremes. When he’s happy, heavenly raptures fill his heart with delight and…
Papaver somniferum (opium poppy) has a long and fascinating history. This book covers the relationship between humanity and opiates, from…