📚 Misr Public Library Announces Affordable Book Fair
Misr Public Library has announced a special book fair where surplus library books will be sold at symbolic prices on Friday and Saturday, August 7–8, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
The event will take place in the garden of the library's main branch, located at 4 Gamal Hamdan Street (formerly Al-Tahawiya Street), off the Nile Street in Giza.
The initiative reflects the library's ongoing mission to promote reading and make books accessible to a wider audience through affordable cultural activities. 📖✨
🌟 Promoting Reading and Cultural Awareness
The book fair is part of the library's broader efforts to encourage reading and increase public access to knowledge.
By offering surplus books instead of storing them, the library provides students, researchers, and book lovers with an opportunity to purchase valuable titles at very affordable prices while supporting sustainable use of educational resources.
The initiative also highlights the important role of books in developing knowledge, creativity, and lifelong learning. 📚🌍
📘 A Wide Variety of Books
Visitors will find books covering numerous subjects, including:
- 📖 Arabic and international literature
- 🏛️ History and civilization
- 💡 Philosophy and intellectual thought
- 🔬 Science and general knowledge
- 🌍 Culture and public interest titles
- 📚 Various books suitable for readers of all ages
The wide selection allows visitors to build personal libraries at a fraction of the usual cost.
💬 Supporting Knowledge for Everyone
According to Dr. Rania Shar'an, Director of the Main Misr Public Library, the exhibition reflects the library's commitment to making knowledge accessible to all members of society.
She explained that the library continues to organize cultural initiatives that encourage reading and reinforce the importance of books as powerful tools for education, enlightenment, and community development.
Affordable pricing enables more people to purchase quality books regardless of budget, helping spread a stronger reading culture throughout society. ✨📚
🛍️ Build Your Personal Library
The fair offers an excellent opportunity for readers, students, researchers, and families to expand their personal book collections without significant expense.
Such events typically attract large audiences thanks to their combination of diverse titles, affordable prices, and the possibility of discovering unique books that may no longer be widely available in bookstores.
The initiative also encourages younger generations to develop lifelong reading habits while strengthening appreciation for printed books in the digital age. 📚❤️
📍 Event Details
The Misr Public Library Book Fair will take place on August 7–8, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the garden of the library's main branch in Giza.
Library members are requested to present their membership cards when purchasing books to facilitate the buying process.
The event is expected to attract a large number of readers, students, researchers, and book enthusiasts, reflecting the library's continued commitment to promoting culture, education, and public access to knowledge. 🌟📖
