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Clams Are Happy
Clive James on what makes us happy, a watermelon memory and Lawrence of Arabia.
Click on the Icon
Clive James considers the role of icons ancient and modern, focusing on film icons.
Desirable Devices
Clive James condsiders how to deal with plastic bags, hip hop music and shopping trolleys.
Smoking the Memory
Clive James on how he, reluctantly, became a non-smoker. Today he only dreams of smoking.
Harry Potter Envy
Clive James considers the physchological condition ‘JK Rowling Envy’.
Helplessly Advanced
Clive James reflects on the conundrum of living in a technologically advanced world.
Wimbledon Wisdom
Clive James enjoys the wisdom in the commentary of former Wimbledon tennis champions.
Glider Shoes
Clive James on the secret of hapiness and children's shoes with wheels in the heels.
Reflections on a Diamond Skull
Clive James gives his personal reaction to Damien Hirst’s diamond-encrusted skull.
Man-Made Beauty
Clive James reminds himself of the need to celebrate the good things in life.