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Reviews

Leonardo da Vinci: The Mechanics of Genius, Science Museum, London

An exhibition dedicated to Leonardo the engineer fails to do justice to his polymathic genius, Mark Carnall argues

Comic Invention, Hunterian Art Gallery, University of Glasgow

Lucy Harland is impressed by this clever, clear and confident exhibition about how we tell stories with pictures and text

British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire

Oliver Green is revved up by revamped displays that add nuance to the story of automotive manufacturing in the UK

Web and mobile

We review the latest websites and apps

Best in show

Edward Johnston's notebook reveals him as a warm and generous teacher

Treasures: Adventures in Archaeology, National Museum Cardiff, Wales

Essex Havard whips through a cracking show, which looks at the meaning and purpose of archaeology through the lens of the Indiana Jones films

Books

This broad, accessible portrayal of a polymathic profession is ripe with advice and guidance, says Jude Holland

On my bookshelf

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, by Sean Covey

Catalogue

Jos Koldeweij reveals the complexities in preparing a catalogue for the largest ever Bosch exhibition

The Portland Collection, Harley Gallery, Welbeck, Nottinghamshire

The artworks and the sheer accumulation of wealth on display in the newly designed galleries impress Amy Barnes

The Voice of Nursing: Celebrating 100 years of the RCN, the Royal College of Nursing, London

A proud showcase of an institution that has supported nursing for a century, says Emma Shepley

On my booksheld

Mr. William Shakespeares Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies