Art Cure : The Science Of How

Shortlisted for The Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2026 and a Sunday Times bestseller

DIET. SLEEP. EXERCISE. NATURE. ARTS?

Many of us consider making and consuming art to be a hobby, or even a luxury. But what if arts engagement - from classical music to salsa, poetry to pop concerts, galleries to graffiti - was in fact one of our most powerful tools for unlocking health and happiness?

In Art Cure, world-leading expert and award-winning scientist Professor Daisy Fancourt reveals the life-changing power of the arts. From attending the theatre to decrease the risk of frailty, to dance building new neural pathways, Fancourt draws upon ground-breaking research and inspiring true stories to empower readers to improve their own health through the arts.