Monumental central library in Manchester, dating from the 1930s, with a vaulted reading room, free Wi-Fi and a café.
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage presents his verse translation of the ancient Mesopotamian epic Gilgamesh as part of the Manchester Literature Festival.
Two visionary poets read and discuss their work on political engagement, survival and testimony, hosted by Malika Booker.
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St Peter's Square, Manchester M2 5PD, United Kingdom
53two
Arch 19, Watson Street, Manchester M3 4LP
Aatma
1st Floor, 14-16 Faraday Street, Manchester M1 1BE, United Kingdom
The Abbey
Guildhall Close, Manchester M15 6SY
Albert Hall
27 Peter Street, Manchester M2 5QR
Altogether Otherwise
6-10 Hanover Street, NOMA, Manchester M4 4BB