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Lauren Elkin on Oscar Wilde—Journeys to the Grave

Five writers go in search of the final resting places of their literary heroes.

5/5 Adrian compares battles on tour with Bonnie Prince Charlie’s flight across the country.

4/5 Adrian Edmondson ponders the nature of being a fan and the object of others' recognition.

3/5 Five reflections on his life by comedian, actor and writer, Adrian Edmondson.

2/5 How Adrian Edmondson tricked the bank, ran away from school and almost got expelled.

1/5 Adrian Edmonson reflects on what went wrong with the highly successful sitcom Bottom.

Inua Ellams explores how African barber shops provide spaces where men can be vulnerable.

A very personal exploration of poetic starting points from writer Inua Ellams.

Inua Ellams explores why basketball is so alive in black and working-class communities.

Inua explores race and racism through Kipling's poem The White Man's Burden.