Arts & Lit

Isabel Caine explores the history behind the pantomime, one of Britain’s more unique Christmas traditions.

Catherine Stone reviews the popular science fiction novel Dune, in light of its recent film adaptation.

Who has not stumbled across a list of “books that will change your life”? The popularity of non-fiction is on the rise, as authors seek to give readers accessible introductions to a plethora of topics, ranging from feminism to boosting productivity. Rhian Hutchings analyses this phenomenon and its potential consequences.

Abdulrazak Gurnah, winner of the 2021 Nobel Prize in literature, has surged to the top of bestseller lists. Catherine Nock reviews his latest novel, Afterlives, and discusses the impact of receiving such high critical acclaim.