Slow down to move forward: That’s the title of the second issue of the journal Hémisphères, the Swiss journal of research and its application. The «slow» movement, speed and acceleration are all examined from various fascinating and unexpected angles, with articles on soft mobility, urban vegetable gardens and luxury.

Major interviews with German philosopher Hartmut Rosa and Thai film director Apichatpong Weerasethakul explore society’s relationship to time. This edition also gives pride of place to photography, presenting the work of Swiss photographers Yann Gross and Joël Tettamanti.

In the accompanying bulletin, the second volume of Hémisphères also covers the worrying issues of domestic violence and glacier shrinkage. On a lighter note, you'll also discover the most promising fashion designers in French-speaking Switzerland along with their creations. You'll want to hurry up and buy the issue, but take your time enjoying every page.

On sale in Swiss bookstores from November 22, 2011, for 9 francs.