LLF London 2018

Following a sell-out day in 2017, the Lahore Literary Festival returns to the British Library on Oct. 20, 2018. Showcasing the rich cultural traditions of Pakistan in writing and the arts, this year’s event features award-winning writer and journalist Ahmed Rashid, British-Pakistani media artist Aphra Shemza, food writer Sameen Rushdie, Sanam Maher, 8th Earl of Harewood David […]

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LLF London 2016

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Raising Hopes for Pakistan’s Future

‘LLF matched the famous Jaipur Literature Festival for the mood, the energy, and the excitement in the relaxed surroundings of the Alhamra Arts Center, and it beat Jaipur for passion.’

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‘Long to Belong’

‘On the morning of Feb. 20, pouring rain could not deflect the determined.’

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The Incredible LLF 2015

‘It is a rare sight in contemporary Pakistan to see a communal space utilized for creativity and simple leisure.’

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‘A Dazzling Celebration’

LLF 2015: ‘A dazzling celebration of Pakistani poetry, music, dance, history and politics.’

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Art and Culture Unify Pakistan

‘Lahoris turned out in full force, which was most heartening, for LLF 2015.’

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The Need for Civil Society

‘A stunning example of what is possible and where the public now stands on critical social and political issues was evident at the Lahore Literary Festival.’

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Flocking to the Lahore Literary Festival

‘A sense of patriotism, a desire for progress and an awareness of danger were all palpable.’

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Pakistan in Its Labyrinth

The Lahore Literary Festival: a wonder of creativity, eclecticism, ideas and dialogue.

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