A Brief Introduction to Anarchism with Tom Hodgkinson
Online course
A spirited romp through two and half millennia of anarchic thinking… Read more
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The Science of Psychedelics with Dr Robin Carhart-Harris
Join Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris as he takes us on a trip through the science of psychedelics.
The Idler Guide to Jazz
Join musician Sandy Burnett for this introductory guide to the origins of jazz.
How to Read the Tarot with Daisy Waugh
Join novelist and Tarot reader Daisy Waugh for an introductory guide to reading the mystical deck.
Release Your Inner Cartoonist with Harry Venning
Join cartoonist Harry Venning in this guide to comedy cartoons, from the blank page to nailing the punchline.
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A History of British Buildings with Harry Mount
History
Confused about your Dorics and your Ionics? Can’t tell your Perpendicular Gothic from your Decorated? Harry Mount’s history of British Buildings guides you, effortlessly and amusingly, through a thousand years of architecture, from Anglo-Saxon churches in Wiltshire to modernist villas in Hampstead…. Read more
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A History of Christianity in Eleven Short Chapters with Dr Mark Vernon
History
Journey through the history of Christianity with Dr Mark Vernon, from Paul through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, right up to mass Christianity in the modern day…. Read more
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A History of London with Dr Matthew Green
History
Join historian and broadcaster Dr Matthew Green on an historical joyride through 800 years of London’s history, from the Middle Ages to the Blitz, which will bring the Unreal City to life like never before…. Read more
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Academy Membership
Subscription
Sign me up using recurring payment for Academy membership. I’ll get the print magazine delivered to my door as well as all free access to online courses plus Idler audio channel and the digital edition…. Read more
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Academy Membership (one year)
Members
Sign me up or gift a friend a one year Academy membership. I’ll pay by credit or debit card and get unlimited access to online courses for a year, plus print and digital editions…. Read more
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An Introduction to Calligraphy with Susie Deane
Arts & Crafts
Try your hand at calligraphy with an expert teacher…. Read more
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An Introduction to Medieval English Literature with Henry Eliot
Online course
An engaging guide to the best English literature of the Middle Ages, from Beowulf to the Canterbury Tales… Read more
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An Introduction to the History of Wine with Anne McHale MW
Cookery
What did wine taste like in Ancient Rome? And how did Madeira acquire its distinctive style? Anne McHale MW on this fascinating journey through the history of wine…. Read more
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Artisans of Florence Retreat with Tom Hodgkinson and Kamin Mohammadi
3 Jun 2020 | Retreat
A seven-day retreat to the heart of the Renaissance and the beautiful Chianti countryside… Read more
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Business for Bohemians with Tom Hodgkinson
Business
What is your ideal way of living? Do you want to make money and still live well? Perhaps you can! Discover how to be a bohemian in business with Tom Hodgkinson…. Read more
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Christmas Calligraphy with Susie Deane
Arts & Crafts
Susie Deane’s Christmas Calligraphy provides original ideas for Christmas card designs, gift tags, table… Read more
