
Antony Gormley
Sculptor and artist contributing commentary on Victor Hugo's drawings and their imaginative, material qualities for the Royal Academy exhibition.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 6min
66. Antony Gormley: Art, religion, and the battle for culture
Exploring the role of art in society and education post-Brexit, Antony Gormley discusses the intersection of art, religion, and creativity. Delve into his childhood memories, artistic influences, and political insights, with a focus on cultural preservation and promoting creativity in a changing world.

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Mar 18, 2025 • 42min
Julian Barnes's new book Changing My Mind, Victor Hugo's artwork, Emma Donoghue's novel The Paris Express
Renowned novelist Julian Barnes shares insights from his new collection, Changing My Mind, reflecting on how beliefs evolve over time. Bestselling author Emma Donoghue reveals the historical inspiration behind her novel The Paris Express, sparked by a surreal photograph of a 19th-century train disaster. Sculptor Antony Gormley discusses Victor Hugo's lesser-known artistic talents, focusing on his evocative drawings that reveal a rich interplay of politics and emotion, connecting them to Hugo's literary masterpieces.


