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About Jewish Literary Foundation’s Book Week
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Festivals & Fairs , United Kingdom & Ireland
Ends: Mar 10, 2024
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The Jewish Literary Foundation's Book Week, formerly known as Jewish Book Week, is a significant literary festival in the United Kingdom that focuses on Jewish literature, ideas, and culture. The event has evolved from modest beginnings in 1952 to a well-recognized celebration of Jewish literary contributions. Initially organized by Dr. George Webber and the Jewish Book Council, the event began as a four-day event with lectures and book displays, aiming to become an annual national event prior to World War Two.
Over the years, Jewish Book Week has expanded significantly. It has featured lectures, book exhibitions, and events in multiple locations, including Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, Dublin, and Cardiff. The festival has always been ecumenical within the Jewish world, involving organizations across the spectrum of Jewish religious opinion. This inclusivity is a hallmark of the event, showcasing the diversity within the Jewish community.
Prominent Jewish authors and intellectuals have been a key part of the event. Some notable participants in recent years include Booker Prize nominee Sarah Bernstein, poet Lemn Sissay, and former Israeli ambassador to the US, Itamar Rabinovich. The festival's program covers various topics, including comedy nights, discussions on Jewish history, and even explorations into Jewish contributions to sport.
The festival aims to promote dialogue and understanding through the lens of Jewish literature and culture. It attracts a diverse audience, including Jewish and non-Jewish literature enthusiasts, and provides a platform for emerging talent in the literary world. Workshops and masterclasses conducted by renowned authors also feature the event, offering guidance to aspiring writers.
The Jewish Literary Foundation's Book Week celebrates Jewish literature and culture and is a platform for intellectual discourse, promoting diversity and understanding through its wide-ranging programs.
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