Culture

Words permeate every aspect of our life and in vocal music lyrics sit alongside melody to convey meaning, mood and tone. But, how has the importance or significance of this word form developed over time?

Artweeks artists and makers inspired by the written word celebrate letters, literature and the lyrics of the landscape.  

If like me you enjoy getting involved in a good book, hopefully you have discovered the delightful, romantic, modern-day novels by British author Katie Fforde.

A Greek inspired baked orzo dish, soaked in the juices of the chicken, fennel, olive and lemon. One to truly transport you to a  Mediterranean island. 

Black cinema is now carving its own legacy within film. 

Esther Lafferty talks to Natty Mark Samuels, Founder of African School, Oxford, about two often-overlooked explorers whose inspirational stories together show the contribution from people of colour to Arctic exploration. 

A new Book Festival for 2021, Burford Literary Festival has been created by Kim Harvey, self-confessed book-worm and owner of The Madhatter Bookshop on Burford High Street, Oxfordshire, with a focus on accessibility for all pockets.

Kevin Warwick has had a distinguished career in science and robotics. He currently teaches at Coventry University. It was a pleasure interviewing him for OX Magazine.