Jewish Book Week is commencing this Saturday. The international festival held near Kings Cross features writers and speakers from all over the world.
Lis Silver director of the festival told City News that this year’s catalogue showcases discussions on present-day culture and challenging debates on controversial issues.
Over 75 events are held over nine days, comprising stimulating talks and discussions on contemporary culture, challenging debates on controversial issues, original musical entertainment and drama. Events are held in association with many partners in the media, publishing and charity worlds. Festival participants also speak in several UK cities, as well as in London schools. Unique one-off events are presented outside the festival.
JBW is put on by the Jewish Book Council, a registered educational charity, which also administers associated prizes in translation and journalism.
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Jewish Book Week is commencing this Saturday. The international festival held near Kings Cross features writers and speakers from all over the world.
Lis Silver director of the festival told City News that this year’s catalogue showcases discussions on present-day culture and challenging debates on controversial issues.
Over 75 events are held over nine days, comprising stimulating talks and discussions on contemporary culture, challenging debates on controversial issues, original musical entertainment and drama. Events are held in association with many partners in the media, publishing and charity worlds. Festival participants also speak in several UK cities, as well as in London schools. Unique one-off events are presented outside the festival.
JBW is put on by the Jewish Book Council, a registered educational charity, which also administers associated prizes in translation and journalism.
