Robert Carroll Archive
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Jun 26, 2008
Observer Cars inevitably collide now and again, but their promise of freedom remains a potent one. Read Article The lure of the open road
Jul 24, 2008
Last word Robert Carroll plots an escape on foot from the air-conditioned non-places where we spend our days. Read Article Out of the AC: a walker in Abu Dhabi
Aug 13, 2008
In a city such as Abu Dhabi, where blocks are built and demolished side by side, the guidebook may be one of the only records of change. Read Article Records of change
Aug 13, 2008
Mutations sound much more horrifying than they really are. In fact, life gets better because of them. Read Article We are all mutations
Aug 18, 2008
DVD review A boutique selection of big-name directors have turned their talents to the subject of mistreated children with intense results, writes Robert Carroll. Read Article All the Invisible Children
Sep 03, 2008
CD review Primal Scream's ninth studio album is a collection of unabashed pop songs, but it proves their glory days are long gone, writes Robert Carroll. Read Article Beautiful Future - Primal Scream (B-Unique)
Sep 09, 2008
Feature Peter Sanders photographed rock icons in the late Sixties. He then converted to Islam in 1971. His new book challenges images of the Muslim world. Read Article In a new light
Sep 17, 2008
Arts news Damien Hirst smashes the record for an auction dedicated to a single artist, selling 218 items for £111m (Dh727m). Read Article The art of making money
Oct 01, 2008
Love is Noise, with its driving beat and synth breakdown, is the closest The Verve have - and probably ever will - come to a dance floor anthem. Read Article Forth, The Verve
Oct 13, 2008
Festival film Fate, control and destiny are central themes, in particular how lives bonded by blood intermingle to create the uncontrollable beast, known as a family. Read Article Un Conte de Noel (A Christmas Tale)