A trip down memory lane: two mini reviews
Over the Christmas break, Books writer Pavan Inguva revisited some old book purchases - and realised the timelessness of themes and inclinations.
Of Missed Opportunities and Vanity: Books from the Balkans
Books writer, Pavan Inguva, explores two books that shed light on the Balkans
Japanese literature through the ages
Books Writer Pavan Inguva discusses his love for Japanese literature, and introduces two of his favourites.
Felix recommends Valentine's reads… or the books to help you to forget about romance
Suggestions for books to set the tone for the holiday, or to help you avoid the sentimental nonsense.
Contemplating troubled pasts in the City of Literature
Travelling to places with a rich history is the perfect backdrop for exploring books that might have an enlightening cultural connection
From high-school comedies to dark police dystopias – an anime for all seasons
Anime is much more than it might appear at first. TV writers and anime enthusiasts Mingrou Xie and Pavan Inguva take you through their top picks for all tastes.
Seeing the world through literature – so many books, so little time
Reading goes hand in hand with travelling, introducing you to local novels, new ideas, and amazing bookshops
Immerse yourself in the tumultuous sea of this 20th century historical drama
Books writer Pavan Inguva explains why Yukio Mishima’s Sea of Fertility tetralogy is an exciting blend of history, personal experience and philosophy.