One City One Book 2012

“He was of the firm opinion that the city was on the brink of a new Golden Age. The genius of our manufacturers, the skill of our workforce, had made Belfast a byword for quality and innovation.”

The Mill for Grinding Old People Young, a novel by Glenn Patterson - Belfast choice for One City One, Book 2012

Glen Patterson's 'The Mill for Grinding Old People Young' / Photograph of the author

One City, One Book is an Arts Council initiative celebrating contemporary writing and Northern Ireland’s rich literary heritage. The aim is to encourage as many people as possible to read and discuss the same book during the month of May. One City One Book 2012 is supported by Belfast City Council, Libraries NI, the  Northern Ireland Tourist Board and Faber and Faber.

For details of events, talks and tours happening during may download the One City One Book Programme (Click Here for PDF)