#literary-culture

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Look how well-read I am!' How books by the metre' add the final touch to your home or your image

Books are used to showcase sophistication and affluence, often without genuine engagement with their content.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Thursday Night Poem Jam | SF Main Library

Join San Francisco Main Public Library for a poetry jam every second Thursday at 6 pm, featuring talented poets in a welcoming environment.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Real Reason Men Should Read Fiction

The decline in male readers raises concerns about societal engagement and literary culture.
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago

Scribes, Not Just Authors: New Study Uncovers Editorial Brilliance in Medieval Syriac Manuscripts - Medievalists.net

Syriac manuscript scribes were active agents in literary culture, shaping texts through excerpting techniques, revealing their editorial role in history.
Cocktails
fromPUNCH
4 months ago

This Corpse Reviver Cousin Is Back From the Dead

The Frank Sullivan cocktail, a variant of the Corpse Reviver No. 2, highlights the blend of literary culture and mixology of the early 20th century.
fromianVisits
10 months ago

Tickets Alert: Tours of the London Library

The London Library is restarting monthly building tours for book lovers to explore its extensive collection and unique atmosphere.
fromEater NY
11 months ago

Book Bars Gain Momentum Around New York

A flurry of book bars has recently opened that prioritize solo time as much as low-key conversation, offering a fun alt-combo to record bars and libraries.
Writing
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