Zadie Smith among authors letting public bid to name new characters for charity auction Other prizes at Freedom from Torture event include rare Mary Wollstonecraft book illustrated by William Blake The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
English National Ballet: Rhythm Riot review – this triple whammy brings zing, grit and chills A trio of dances taking influence from Stravinsky, tap and William Blake’s poetry combine with powerful performances exuding showmanship The Guardian - UK · Sep 25
19 Famous Paintings So Strange They Could Have Come From A Nightmare, As Shared By These Pages Artists have been exploiting that fascination for centuries. Monsters, distorted bodies, hybrid creatures, impossible landscapes, and grotesque faces turn invisible fears - temptation, violence, the unknown, even our own irrationality - into something we can actually look at. That may be why the most disturbing paintings are often so difficult… Bored Panda · Sep 16
Quote of the day by William Blake: 'A truth that's told with bad intent beats all the lies you...' - thought-provoking quote by The Lamb and The Tyger poet teaches life lessons on why the truth can be more hurtful than a lie and why your intentions can matter more than the words you speak Quote of the day by William Blake: William Blake's quote highlights truth's potential for harm when delivered with ill intent. He believed that malicious truth-telling surpasses any fabricated falsehood. The poet's words encourage considering intentions before speaking difficult truths. Blake, an English poet and artist, faced lifelong struggles and criticism. The Economic Times · Sep 8
Blake’s townhouse could be open to all Letter: Directors of the William Blake Congregation respond to an editorial and a letter about writers’ homes The Guardian - UK · Sep 8
The little museums in London that are hiding major treasures Beyond London’s famous galleries lies a world of quirky, forgotten collections run by passionate obsessives. Here are five unusual, fascinating museums tucked away from the tourist trail Evening Standard · Aug 29
There’s no place like a revered writer’s home Letters: Readers respond to an editorial on preserving the homes of writers such as William Blake, Ted Hughes and William Wordsworth for the public The Guardian - UK · Aug 25
Climate change is rewriting England’s ‘green and pleasant’ story In 1804, William Blake wrote in his poem Jerusalem of England’s “green and pleasant” land. This idealised vision of English pastoral has resonated through two centuries, fusing the character of the nation with its landscape – those “mountains green” and “pleasant pastures”. The Conversation · Aug 19
Quote of the day by William Blake, 'Think in the morning. Act in the noon. Eat in the evening. Sleep in the night' offers purpose, timeless wisdom on living positive discipline life to bring success in career, work, relationship, friendship, personal growth Quote of the day by William Blake offers timeless compelling life advice as they transform an ordinary day into a reminder about intentional living. The quote encourages people to recognize that a healthy rhythm is not necessarily about doing more; it is about doing the right things at the right… The Economic Times · Aug 13
Quote of the day by William Blake: 'Always be ready to speak your mind, and a base man will...' - motivational quoted by The Tyger and The Lamb poet teaches life lessons on confidence, finding the courage to speak up and standing up for yourself Quote of the day by William Blake: William Blake, an English poet and artist, believed in speaking one's mind. His quote suggests that honesty protects dignity and deters unfair treatment. Blake, born in 1757, combined poetry and visual art in unique ways. He created influential works like Songs of Innocence… The Economic Times · Aug 8
Drunk man driving boat called Peaky Blinder when it crashed, killing two people IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 15
Speeding boat called Peaky Blinder in fatal harbour crash was driven by drunk man, investigation reveals The friends were returning from a social trip when the accident happened The Independent UK · Jul 15
There’s 50% off Criterion Collection 4K Blu-rays right now — here are the 6 discs I recommend as beautiful movie upgrades, all of which I’ve tested on our OLED TV and Dolby Atmos setup Barnes & Noble's 50% off Criterion sale returns, so I've picked 6 discs that I've personally tested that will make for a great addition to your collection. TechRadar · Jun 28
‘A new world has been opened up’: how a London street got filled with art – and brought the neighbours together From a mural in a baby’s bedroom to a sound sculpture designed to be played out of a convertible, top contemporary artists rose to the challenge of making work for one lucky community The Guardian - UK · Jun 23
The Economic Times · May 14 Quote of the day by William Blake: 'Great things are done when men and...' - inspiring lessons on overcoming challenges and obstacles to achieve success in life by Songs of Innocence and of Experience poet and illuminated printing inventor Quote of the day by William Blake: William Blake's powerful words remind us that facing life's mountains, or challenges, leads to significant achievements. These obstacles forge strength and reveal potential. Blake explored themes of spirituality and human experience. His quote inspires perseverance, showing that difficulties are opportunities for growth and…
The Conversation · Apr 24 The many literary lives of Mary Wollstonecraft – author of novels, travel writing and children’s books In his biography of Mary Wollstonecraft, written after her death, her husband William Godwin remarked of her travel writing: “If ever there was a book calculated to make a man fall in love with its author, this appears to me to be the book.”
The Guardian - UK · Apr 12 Mike Westbrook obituary Acclaimed musician, composer and bandleader who was one of the most significant figures in the history of British jazz
The Conversation · Apr 9 A stage adaptation of Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead is truly singular, and genuinely memorable Like all true visionaries, the English poet William Blake was light-years ahead of his time: a fierce critic of industrial modernity and a thinker deeply suspicious of any mindset that might turn the world into something to be dominated. His work also treats non-human life as morally significant, with abuse…
The Independent UK · Mar 19 How one author is using British folk culture to challenge the far right Broadcaster and writer Zakia Sewell finds a more inclusive vision of Britain in its folk traditions
The Guardian - UK · Mar 11 Stubbs: Portrait of a Horse review – this magnificent nag deserves a longer canter Britain’s greatest painter of animal anatomy receives a tiny survey in a single room, while his masterpiece remains on show elsewhere in the building. Why, when he’s as good as Constable – and better than Blake?
TechRadar · Jan 31 6 new 4K Blu-rays from January 2026 to add to your collection January 2026 has been a booming month for 4K Blu-ray, and we're looking at 6 new discs that you could add to your collection.
Inverse · Jan 9 31 Years Later, The Best Revisionist Western Just Got A Huge Upgrade Wake up, dead man.
TechRadar · Jan 4 Here are my 4 most anticipated new 4K Blu-ray releases from January 2026 There are plenty of interesting 4K discs up for release in January 2026, but I've picked my 4 most anticipated ones.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025 Turner’s mother’s frustration and a memorable brush with Bacon Letters: Dr Selby Whittingham considers the ill-treatment of Turner’s mother, while Paul Collins recalls taking one artist to see another’s work. Plus letters from Martin Argles and John Caperon
The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2025 I hiked south Devon’s peaceful new walking trail – with the people who created it The new circular trail spans 100 miles, taking in the River Dart, Dartmoor, the coastline, five estuaries and plenty of woodlands and country lanes. Emma Henderson heads to south Devon to stomp the first section