Art Movements

Bloomsbury presents The Lost Art of Running by Shane Benzie with Tim Major, read by Clifford Samuel. 'Heads up – here’s how to run like a pro' – The Times 'A fascinating book' – Adharanand Finn, author of Running With the Kenyans 'I'm convinced that Shane's insights were were...

Self-awareness, healing yourself, and understanding your traumas. You don't need a therapist. At least, not to start the process. Knowing yourself is one of the most difficult things in the world, and don't let access or funds stop your journey to yourself. Learn about why you do the things you do, and why you think the way you think. It's not always so simple.

Overcome burnout and regulate your nervous system with gentle mindfulness practices designed for deep trauma recovery. Whether you are navigating profound grief or simply exhausted by daily stressors, this soothing audio experience offers a safe harbor. Listen on your quiet commute or during...

Walk your way to less stress, better sleep and a happier outlook on life Every day, the average person takes 6,000 steps, covering up to 5 kilometres. But how many of those steps are we truly aware of? The way we walk – physically and mentally – can have a profound impact on every aspect of...

A “lyrical debut” (USA Today) about a Black woman who is finally given a chance to pursue her dream of becoming a renowned choreographer, only to find that it comes at a tremendous personal cost “Lauren Morrow’s smart, incisive and hilarious debut is an ode to the creative process and to...

The Garden Against Time is the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller from acclaimed writer Olivia Laing; a passionate, epic exploration of the power and possibilities of gardens. 'What a wonderful book this is' – Nigel Slater When Olivia Laing began to restore a walled garden in Suffolk, an overgrown...

Unlock the secrets of art history and decode centuries of cultural evolution during your daily commute or evening walk. Journey from the firelit walls of ancient caves to the shimmering gold of medieval manuscripts and the bold experiments of modern abstraction. This immersive audio experience...

Explore the rebellious history of street art, where marginalized voices transform blank walls into complex cultural murals. Perfect for your morning commute or a curious city walk, this immersive audio experience entirely redefines urban exploration. Trace an unbroken thread of human expression...

Explore the cultural history of movement and discover how sacred rituals evolved into a powerful language of identity. From prehistoric firesides to viral digital trends, this evocative exploration reveals why we move. Perfect for an engaging commute, it transforms everyday steps into a...

Described by Yeats as a 'bread and butter' letter to Sweden, and 'at last a part of [his] autobiography', The Bounty of Sweden compellingly recounts his journey to Stockholm to accept the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature. An exemplary piece of travel writing, The Bounty of Sweden includes a profound meditation on Stockholm itself, detailing Yeats's fascination with the Swedish Royal Court and documenting his charming encounters with the local people of the city.

Can ecstatic movement and sound be the next revolution in spirituality and healing? This is the premise behind Shaking, a radical audio-learning course from pioneering psychotherapist, world explorer, and author Bradford Keeney. Forget everything you’ve thought to be true about spiritual...

Brought to you by Penguin. What would women do with their lives if they had more time? The riveting, untold story of a revolutionary campaign to change the way work is valued 'The women of the world are serving notice. We want wages for every dirty toilet, every indecent assault, every painful...

Arthur Schopenhauer's The Art of Literature is a lively, illuminating and brutally honest collection of essays on literary style and values, writers and critics, and the nature of genius. Schopenhauer advises seclusion and independent thought, criticizes Pliny's reading habits, and explains the pitfalls of certain schools of thought and even virtues like modesty. His thought-provoking arguments, caustic wit, and accessible style make this a must for any aspiring writer.

From Cameron Diaz, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Body Book, comes a fresh, personal, and authoritative examination of the art and science of growing older and a roadmap for abundant health and resilience as we age. When Cameron Diaz wrote The Body Book, she was on a mission to...

In his lifetime, Ralph Waldo Emerson was the most widely known man of letters in America, establishing himself as a prolific poet, essayist, popular lecturer, and advocate of social reforms. He was considered one of the great orators of the time, and his enthusiasm and respect for his audience enraptured crowds. As a poet and philosopher, he led the Transcendentalist movement, which professes the belief that everything in ouf world is a microcosm of the universe, and in the infinitude of individual man.

When Aretha Franklin sang, she didn’t just sing...she sparked a movement. As a performer and a civil rights activist, the Queen of Soul used her voice to uplift freedom fighters and the Black community during the height of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement. Her song “Respect” was an anthem of identity, survival, and joy. It gave hope to people trying to make change. And when Aretha sang, the world sang along. With Hanif Abdurraqib’s poetic voice, Sing, Aretha, Sing! demonstrates how one brave voice can give new power to a nation.