Draconian COVID Regulations in Hong Kong Austin Taylor covers how a strict COVID crackdown in Hong Kong affects travellers & residents. Generally, Asian countries have taken much tougher stances on COVID-19 than their Western counterparts. This is especially so in Hong Kong, where any travellers who are actually eligible to enter the territory are required […]
Franz Kafka’s documents published online
Austin Taylor explores how a newly published collection of Franz Kafka’s documents can expand our knowledge of the author’s life.
Exeter’s Architectural Histories
Austin Taylor explores Exeter’s rich architectural histories, from its Roman roots to its Georgian splendour
Banned Books Week
Austin Taylor discusses Banned Books Week and the issues of literary censorship
Four Literary Podcasts for Book Lovers
Austin Taylor recommends podcasts that every fan of literature should be listening to.
Mental Illness and Art
Austin Taylor discusses the link between art and mental health, and looks at the potentially harmful motif of the ‘tortured artist’.
Book Recommendation – ‘Their Eyes Were Watching God’ by Zora Neale Hurston
Austin Taylor reviews and recommends Zora Neale Hurston’s famous novel Their Eyes Were Watching God.