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The Rylands Lecture with Alberto Manguel

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Dates:13 November 2025
Times:18:00 - 19:45
What is it:Lecture
Organiser:John Rylands Library
How much:Free
Who is it for:General public
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Join us for the first annual The Rylands Lecture delivered by Alberto Manguel director of the Espaço Atlântida, in Lisbon, Portugal. Home to over 40,000 titles selected by Manguel, the institution is more than a library, it is a centre for the study of the history of reading. Former director of the National Library of Argentina, Alberto Manguel is an Argentine-Canadian writer and essayist.

This inaugural The Rylands Lecture celebrates 125 years of the John Rylands Library. Book your free ticket now and find out more at this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-rylands-lecture-tickets-1838440076759?aff=oddtdtcreator

Lecture takes place 6-7pm There is a free drinks reception 7-7:45pm

This event is free and will be held in the John Rylands Library Event Space, which is accessible for all visitors. Full information about access is on the Accessable website.

Price: Free

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