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Witchcraft. The Library of Esoterica takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the history of witchcraft, from its ancient roots to modern incarnation. The beautiful 520 page TASCHEN-published hardback comes complete with captivating essays...
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Considered one of the first buildings of the Art Nouveau movement, Casa Vicens was also the first house designed by a certain Antoni Gaudí. Located in the Barcelona neighbourhood of Gràcia, brick and tile factory owner, Manuel Vicens i Montaner,...
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Art and fashion, intrinsically linked and more so than ever. From clothing design to catwalk show art direction, major labels to boutique houses, the word of fashion is falling over itself to involve important names from a diverse range of the...
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Conceived in 2017, The Anonymous Project is committed to collecting and preserving colour slides from the last 70 years; the project's founder, filmmaker Lee Shulman, having bought a random box of vintage slides and fallen head over heels in love...
New York
With a whopping 512 soundproofed guest rooms, the TWA Hotel—JFK's only on-airport hotel—has opened with much fanfare, breathing new life into a world-renowned architectural landmark as it undoubtedly confirms itself as a one-of-a-kind...
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In the early hours of Monday 31 August, 1970, Jimi Hendrix took to the stage on a chalk down near the village of Freshwater on the Isle of Wight. That same day, acts such as Leonard Cohen and The Moody Blues had entertained the record-breaking...
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Inspired by classic South Korean picture books of years gone by, visual storyteller, JiYeun Kang, illustrates in an old-style aesthetic to bring her narrative alive. She is known to elongate and exaggerate human features, capturing humble elegance...
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Considering Charles M. Schulz would proclaim his iconic comic strip was "about nothing", the influence of Peanuts on popular culture has been—and continues to be—nothing short of monumental; Snoopy and his human friends inspiring artists to...
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When a chance meeting led Fleet Street photographer Derek Cattani to cross paths with Australian-born John Rendall and Anthony (Ace) Bourke, little did he know that he'd become a trusted member of a lion cub's human pride. It's a story...
Barcelona
Built between 1883 and 1885 by a then 31 year-old Antoni Gaudí for Manuel Vicens i Montaner, Casa Vicens (a summer home for the Barcelona-based brick and tile factory owner) was the first of the iconic architect's commissions to truly show off the...
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Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, it was in 1938 that Todd Webb bought his first camera aged 33, joining the Chrysler Camera Club and striking up a friendship with fellow budding photographer Harry Callahan; the pair developing a life-long...
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The host of WTF Podcast, stand up comedian Marc Maron, says all you need to know: 'without Paul Major I would know nothing about all the great records people know nothing about.' That, my friends, is Mr Major in a nutshell. Savant of the oddest...
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Cotswold artist Emma Howell presents a solo exhibition at Cheltenham's Sixteen Gallery; the show, entitled New Terrain, set to celebrate the evolution of her work since 2018, exhibiting previously unseen pieces alongside her most recent creations....
City Notes
The first of its kind for Margate, Fort Road Hotel will open 1 September and represents a pioneering venture from Frieze co-founder Matthew Slotover OBE, artist Tom Gidley, and private residential developer Gabriel Chipperfield. Occupying a...
City Notes
A former Diamond Exchange has been given a new lease of life; style icon and artist, Maarten Spruyt, given a free rein in the curation of Capital C, a creative hub with offices, event spaces, pop-up art galleries, co-working spaces and a newly...
City Notes
With 123 guest rooms, food and beverage offerings from chef-partner, Patrick Kriss, and a rooftop bar and lounge slated to open later this year, Ace Hotel Toronto marks the design hotel brand's first foray into Canada; the "ground-up project" having...
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The bustling medina of Tunis is rightfully listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tradition and history are omnipresent in this urban maze of winding, narrow streets. However, a surprising contrast awaits curious travelers. Nestled amongst 14th...
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London is a beautiful city with endless fun and adventures. Because of its size and diversity, it can be overwhelming when you first arrive in the city. Whether you're looking to explore the city's sights or have a night out with friends, there...
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There is no one answer to this question. Some people have made a lot of money investing in cryptocurrency, while others have lost money. The key to making money investing in cryptocurrency is to do your research and invest wisely. For example, you...