Books Non-Fiction Author Robert Irwin discusses his book For Lust of Knowing : The Orientalists and their Enemies, a non-fiction work exploring the history of the academic discipline Orientalism. Robert Irwin : For Lust of Knowing – the Orientalists and their Enemies
Books Non-Fiction Andrew Field interviews Simon Callow at the 2006 Edinburgh International Book Festival, discussing his work on his Orson Welles biographies. Simon Callow is an English actor best known for his stage work, and has worked with some of the best … Simon Callow : Orson Welles
Books Non-Fiction Raj Chakraborty interviews Joel Bakan about his book and documentary ‘The Corporation’, at the 2005 Edinburgh International Book Festival. Joel Bakan is an author, filmmaker and a professor of law at the University of British Columbia. His work examines the … Joel Bakan : The Corporation
Books Non-Fiction Author and journalist Jimmy Burns discusses his writing on football and the impact certain clubs like Barcelona have on the world of football. Burns has written for the Financial Times, The Observer and The Economist among others. His writing, particularly … Jimmy Burns : Edinburgh International Book Festival
Books Non-Fiction Raj Chakraborti’s interview with Tariq Ali at the Edinburgh International Book Festival in 2004. Tariq Ali : In Conversation
Books Non-Fiction In 2004 Colleen Connors interviewed British journalist, Christina Lamb, about her book, Sewing Circles of Herat. The book is based on a group of female writers who disguise themselves as a sewing group. Under Taliban ruling, it is impossible for … Christina Lamb: Sewing Circles of Herat
Books Non-Fiction Raj Chakraborti’s interview with George Monbiot at the Edinburgh International Book Festival in 2003. Monbiot outlines Keynes ‘reserve fund’ solution to the deepening crisis of inequality highlighting movements in Brazil, Mexico and South Africa that set a tone for peaceful … George Monbiot : George Monbiot : The Age of Consent – A Manifesto for a New World Order
Books Non-Fiction Journalist Fergal Keane discusses his Amnesty International event at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, whilst also discussing human rights and the importance of such a topic. Fergal Keane : Amnesty International
Books Non-Fiction Francesca Atkinson in discussion with Frank McCourt on ‘Tis the sequel to Angela’s Ashes. Frank McCourt : ‘Tis
Books Non-Fiction Anthony Bourdain discusses his book Kitchen Confidential, a look into the often salacious world of running a restaurant. Anthony Bourdain : Kitchen Confidential
