Can a writer purify the tarnished image of an airport and render it new for sceptical passengers? Philosopher Alain de Botton will soon find out, writes Binoy Kampmark.
Alain de Botton
Heathrow Airport’s writer in residence
Author Alain de Botton is writing a new book — from the middle of London’s Heathrow Airport. His book, masterminded by the airport’s PR department, will document his experiences living in the airport for a week, chatting to travellers, baggage handlers, airline executives and others.
