The Essay Episodes Available now
HIV AIDS in Nairobi: Polly of Kinshasa Street, by Okwiri Oduor—Contagious Cities
Five international writers consider an epidemic from the viewpoint of their own city
Dear Caravaggio—Letters to Artists
Ian Sansom corresponds with Caravaggio on the links between fine art and violence.
Dear Frida Kahlo—Letters to Artists
Ian Sansom wonders how Frida Kahlo feels about her merchandise.
Dear Julia Margaret Cameron—Letters to Artists
Ian Sansom pens a missive to Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron.
Dear Picasso—Letters to Artists
Ian Sansom asks Picasso about his mid-life crisis.
Dear Albrecht Dürer—Letters to Artists
Ian Sansom thanks Albrecht Durer for his instructive, selfless vanity.
Episode 4—Minds at War: Series 5
The impact of World War One on great artists through the prism of a single work of art.
Episode 3—Minds at War: Series 5
The impact of World War One on great artists through the prism of a single work of art.
Episode 2—Minds at War: Series 5
The impact of World War One explored through single works of art by great artists.
Episode 1—Minds at War: Series 5
The impact of World War One on great artists through the prism of a single work of art.
