{"title":"Sheehan Quirke","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the whimsical world of Sheehan Quirke, a distinctive author known for his delightful and humorous take on culture and society. With unique insights and a flair for wit, Quirke presents a captivating exploration of the human experience, making everyday observations both entertaining and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn works such as \u003cem\u003eThe Cultural Tutor\u003c\/em\u003e, Quirke deftly blends humour with insightful commentary, inviting readers to reflect on the quirks and intricacies of contemporary life. These books are perfect for anyone seeking a light-hearted yet meaningful read that stimulates both laughter and thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Sheehan Quirke's collection and discover a refreshing blend of satire and wisdom, where the ordinary is transformed into the extraordinary, guaranteed to leave you smiling and enlightened.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-cultural-tutor-by-sheehan-quirke-9780241742853","title":"The Cultural Tutor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cultural Tutor\u003c\/i\u003e is dedicated to \u003cb\u003ea cosmopolitan view of culture\u003c\/b\u003e. It writes about every continent, every religion, every tradition of art and poetry. \u003cb\u003eTOMIWA OWOLADE, \u003ci\u003eTHE TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who has enjoyed \u003ci\u003eThe Cultural Tutor\u003c\/i\u003e on X, this book will be more of the same delight. \u003cb\u003eExpect nuggets of insight and wisdom, wrapped in the author's trademark warmth and wit.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eALAIN DE BOTTON\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA remarkable book\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003ci\u003eThe Cultural Tutor\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003ea witty, wide-ranging, and engaging exploration of humanity's shared heritage\u003c\/b\u003e, from ancient history to modern art. \u003cb\u003eDONALD ROBERTSON\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWho does the Mona Lisa actually depict? Why do we still look to the Greeks and Romans to inform our politics? Where do we find meaning in a world dominated by technology?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCulture is like a language. Art, architecture, history, and philosophy are its grammar. And, like a language, anyone can learn it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, Sheehan Quirke took to Twitter (now X) as The Cultural Tutor with the aim of making culture accessible for everyone. He wrote about poetry, paintings, building design, and counter-intuitive but fascinating facts about history and geography. It wasn’t the sort of content you usually find on a newsfeed – and yet it has flourished, gaining over 1.7 million followers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaught in forty-nine short lessons – from Babylon to Brutalism, Ronaldo to Ragnarök – Sheehan takes readers on a delightful and fascinating journey through culture. He explores provocative questions (is mythology any different to science?) and uncovers illuminating stories (did you know that the highest paid athlete in history was a Roman charioteer?).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a witty and thought-provoking exploration of everything you need to know to begin your own adventures in the world of culture and see the everyday wonders around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46944304365804,"sku":"9780241742853","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/edcde2c0bea012dca7886f834512d8b4.jpg?v=1762225768"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/sheehan-quirke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}