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Culture

The Ten

Our curated selection of cultural highlights spans from LA trio Muna's electro-pop evolution to Marseilles' most relaxed art fair, featuring emerging galleries and artists under 40.

  • Issue #126
  • 8 min read
Neoclassical museum building with brick wings, central portico with fountain and red deck chairs in foreground.
Books

Judging a book by its cover

Three designers — Milan's Olimpia Zagnoli, London's David Pearson and New York's John Gall — are quietly redefining what draws readers to books in an age of digital distraction.

  • Issue #123
  • 13 min read
Judging a book by its cover
Books

Novel approach

A Japanese book distributor is espousing an unusual business model that sells not just books, but the bookshop experience itself, to bibliophiles and casual shoppers alike.

  • Issue #122
  • 7 min read
Novel approach
Culture

Freedom of speech

Author Leïla Slimani discusses identity, ridiculous people and politics – themes from her own life, as well as her novels.

  • Issue #121
  • 6 min read
Freedom of speech
Culture

Feast for the senses

France has an enviable history of nurturing some of the world’s great artists – so these galleries, bookshops and record shops could be hiding the next big thing.

  • Issue #121
  • 6 min read
Feast for the senses
Culture

State of the art

As 2018 hits the run-out groove we praise its creative highs and cast an eye over what’s ahead.

  • Issue #119
  • 10 min read
A period drama scene of a red-haired noblewoman on horseback leading a group of riders in dark historical costumes across a misty landscape.
Business

Learn after reading

Natur & Kultur publishes books in a range of genres but all its titles have one thing in common: adherence to the company’s ethical code.

  • Issue #119
  • 5 min read
A reading lounge with stacked books on tables, wall-mounted shelves, and a large pop-art print above.
Books

New chapters

Behind every success story is some sound advice. We asked entrepreneurs to name a publication that proved to be an inspiration.

  • Issue #116
  • 7 min read
New chapters
Art

Culture Briefing

Carsten Höller’s dream works, a Danish art fair to watch and Madrid reclaims its airwaves.

  • Issue #116
  • 4 min read
Copper-tinted sculptural cables forming abstract loops against a black background by Alice Anderson.
Retail

Shop, read, listen

Cutting-edge cutlery, playful glassware (and a bottle of bourbon to fill it with), classic scents, the latest music and tasteful souvenirs to remind you of sunnier climes.

  • Issue #116
  • 17 min read
Minimalist retail space with wooden table, woven stools, and shelves displaying ceramic vessels and home goods.

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