Book Talk, ‘The Forgers’ by Roger Moorhouse

A book talk by Roger Moorhouse about his new book about the inspirational story of the Polish diplomats who forged the documents that saved thousands of Jewish lives in WWII.
10 10.2023 Events, History, Literature

National Centre for Writing Emerging Translator Mentorships 2023/2024

Are you a an aspiring literary translator or know someone who is? The National Centre for Writing's Emerging Translator Mentorship Programme is once again open for applications from budding early-career literary translators, including those from Polish to English.
02 08.2023 28 08.2023 Events, Literature, News

Book release (10th August): The Forgers by Roger Moorhouse

The 10th of August sees the release of Roger Moorhouse's new book about a little known operation that saved the lives of thousands of Jewish people during World War Two.
10 08.2023 Events, Literature, News

Cultural Diplomacy Symposium

A one-day symposium on cultural diplomacy provides practical insights from former and current diplomats, art professionals and academics.
29 06.2023 Events, Film, History, Literature, Music, News, Theatre, Visual arts

Shakespeare and Poland Festival 24-25 June 2023

A weekend of events celebrating Polish cultural heritage, and the cultural connections between Britain & Poland, combining literature, theatre, music and a family-friendly picnic with nature-themed activities.
24 06.2023 25 06.2023 Events, History, Literature, Music, Theatre

A Feminist Writer without a Home | Discovering Sophie Gaudier-Brzeska

A rediscovery of the fascinating profile and output of feminist writer Sophie Gaudier-Brzeska, with artist Ania Ready whose encounter with her archive led to a seven-year research project.
08 06.2023 Events, Literature

Essex Book Festival – Polish writers in residence, Maciej Hen and Wioletta Greg

Two Polish writers join the Essex Writers House for a residency during the Essex Book Festival in June.
01 06.2023 01 07.2023 Events, Literature

Anna Zaranko receives the 2023 Found in translation Award

Anna Zaranko is the winner of the 2023 Found in Translation Award for her translation of Polish epic and Nobel prize-winning work 'The Peasants' by Wladyslaw Reymont.
10 05.2023 31 12.2023 Events, Literature, News

A NEW EDITION OF ANDRZEJ PANUFNIK’S COMPOSING MYSELF

The release of a new book is always an exciting event for those who love to read, and if you're a fan of classical music, you won't want to miss the latest addition to the literary world.

01 01.1970 Events, Literature