Not many years ago, it was access to information and movement that seemed our greatest luxury; nowadays it’s often freedom from information, the chance to sit still, that feels like the ultimate prize. Stillness is not just an indulgence for those with enough resources – it’s a necessity for anyone who wishes to gather less visible resources.

The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere (ed. Simon and Schuster, 2014) - ISBN: 9781476784724