A quarter of a century in power has allowed Vladimir Putin to enrich himself. He has plundered Russia’s resources, confiscated private businesses and persecuted those who stood against him including ... Martin Sixsmith – Suing the Kremlin: The battle for Putin’s Billions

LITERARY WALK: WESSEX WRITERSThe Dorchester Literary Festival Walk will be on Sunday 18 October 11am followed by cream tea at the Old Tea House 1–2pm (payable separately).Join Mark Chutter, Chairman ... Literary Walk with Mark Chutter

A poetic journey through deep time, in which geologist Anjana Khatwa weaves scientific knowledge with traditional stories to bring alive the stories that rock holds and tells us. From the ... Anjana Khatwa – The Whispers of Rock

For five decades, Brian Jackman, Britain's foremost safari writer, has witnessed Africa's wildlife drama unfold at the front line. From his first encounter with a roaring lion in Kenya's Masai ... Brian Jackman – Lion Song: A Portrait of Wild Africa

You have felt it. The coincidence too perfect to be random. The knowing that arrives before the facts. The door that closes the week before a better one opens. For ... Poppy Jamie – The Book of Magical Living: 8 Secrets to Inner Power

We are living longer and, thanks to medical advances, our lifespan after the middle years continues to extend. But how do you age wisely? How do you remain psychologically healthy ... Frank Tallis – Wise: Finding purpose, meaning and wisdom beyond the midpoint of life

A sparkling green field. A dull and scrubby patch of grass. One is the sanitised evidence of monoculture, the other a world teeming with more life than you could ever ... John Wright – Grasslands

How did a film made to capture a pop phenomenon in real time become a genuine cinematic classic?Journalist and broadcaster Samira Ahmed explores how this beloved film captures both the ... Samira Ahmed – A Hard Day’s Night

Outdoor enthusiast, cyclist and acclaimed travel writer Simon Parker was restless for a new adventure, but with a small baby his explorations needed to begin at home. He decided to ... Simon Parker – The Wild Road Home

In 2021, Anthony Seldon, inspired by a fallen First World War soldier who dreamed of a ‘Via Sacra’ tocommemorate the war dead and stand as a marker for the triumph ... Anthony Seldon – The Path of Light

For over 10,000 years, the human race has been busy altering our environment and embracing 'progress', evolving seamlessly from hunter gatherers to the modern urban sophisticates we seeourselves as today. ... Jonn Elledge – 31 Inventions that Built Our World

Beloved, bestselling author Victoria Hislop explores the turbulence of the post-war era in Greece in this unforgettable and riveting new novel that will delight those fans who cherish The Island ... Victoria Hislop – The Wine Dark Sea

Please note that this event has been rescheduled for 10:30 am. Existing ticket holders can email [email protected] if they are unable to make this date and wish to request a ... Iain Gately – The Queen’s Pirate

An epic, visceral history of the Romans in Britain, from Caesar’s first invasion attempt in 55 BC to the fall of the Roman Empire, by the author of Rome: Eternal ... Ferdinand Addis – Conquest: The Roman Invasion of Britain

Is Britain stuck in a doom loop of higher debt and higher taxes? Or can we fix the British economy?Jeremy Hunt argues that getting out of Britain’s low growth is ... Jeremy Hunt – Can We Be Rich Again?

Independent sellers will be offering antiquarian and second-hand books, modern first, signed editions, prints, maps and ephemera at the Dorchester Book Fair to coincide with the final day of the ... Dorchester Book Fair

Anxiety can have an immense power, affecting the way we think, feel and behave. Keeping us inside, away from people, places and opportunities. Making us question, doubt or criticise ourselves. ... Dr Sian Williams – The Power of Anxiety: How to ride the worry wave