In this episode, Kelly Grovier, author of ‘How Banksy Saved Art History,’ dissects Banksy’s engagement with art history and his deep, often hidden commentary on contemporary issues.
Delve deeper into the beauty of the 19th-century Arts and Crafts movement with six brilliant books, perfect for fans of William Morris.
Venture into the world of magic with this introduction to the history of witchcraft and the occult, charting the journey of magic from ancient civilisations to the 21st century.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and craft of cartography with our curation of books on maps and atlases, from lunar maps and historical curiosities to true crime and videogames.
15 October marks the day, 100 years ago, when André Breton published his groundbreaking 'Surrealist Manifesto', jumpstarting an artistic movement that shook up the world into the present day.
From the deep blue sea to Van Gogh, Gift Lab by Thames & Hudson invites you into a world of creativity and learning.
11 Oct, 2024
In the past, women were discouraged from pursuing their passion for art – but there are many stories of trailblazing women who persevered and as a result, helped shape the visual world as we know it. Discover five women artists who should be on your radar.
Alexandra Loske, author of 'The Artist’s Palette', discusses one of her favourite palettes and what it reveals about the artist.
Explore a rich world of myths and legends in our latest blog, which highlights five stories from across Korean, Egyptian, Roman, Greek, Japanese and Norse mythology.
Celebrate the 75th birthday of iconic Spanish film-maker Pedro Almodóvar in this engaging look at his colourful and illustrious career.