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Cantabria Celebrates 30 Years of World Book Day with Álvaro Pombo's Words at the Forefront

Libraries, bookstores, and cultural centers across the region host events honoring reading, with a commemorative poster inspired by the Cervantes Prize-winning author.

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Una señora busca un libro para su nieto en la librería Escolma.
Anxo Álvarez, en su librería en Lalín. |
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Overview

  • World Book and Copyright Day, established by UNESCO in 1995, marks its 30th anniversary as a global celebration of reading and intellectual property rights.
  • Cantabria's libraries, bookstores, museums, and cultural centers organize diverse activities to engage the public in the joy of reading.
  • The official World Book Day poster for 2025 features words from Álvaro Pombo, the Santander-born author and recipient of this year's prestigious Cervantes Prize.
  • The celebration emphasizes the transformative power of books, symbolizing the opening of new universes for readers and writers alike.
  • World Book Day aligns with Spain’s rich literary traditions, including the Cervantes Prize and the Sant Jordi festival, where books and roses are exchanged.