Oxfam is a treasure trove of pre-loved literature seeking a new bookshelf and, continuing the celebration of World Book Day, it can be exciting to see how artists, designers and creatives reuse the tattered pages of discarded books in their work. The idea of ripping precious books to pieces feels almost sinful but they can be artfully revived into a whole new story.
American artist/dressmaker Carrie Ann Schumacher has crafted...
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Hay festival is fantastic - from the buzz in the town's bookshops to the numerous events and speakers that span the ten days. People are gathered together and united by similar passions: for literature, for history, for philosophy, for comedy, for current affairs, for music, for technology. From Stefan Collini to Madeline Miller or Alexandra Shulman, the range of events that I attended have been inspiring, stimulating and often unforgettable....
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