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Pick up this book for free at Haarlem libraries (and you can keep it)

Pick up this book for free at Haarlem libraries (and you can keep it)

During the month of November, Haarlem libraries are participating in the national campaign Heel Nederland Leest by giving away free copies of Herman Koch's novel Het diner. Anyone can claim a copy regardless of library membership, while supplies last, and author Hanna Bervoets will visit the city's central library for an event on November 29.

Throughout the month of November, libraries in Haarlem are participating in the annual campaign Heel Nederland Leest, which aims to encourage reading across the country. During this period, both library members and visitors can obtain a free copy of the novel Het diner by Herman Koch. The book explores complex themes regarding parental responsibility following a serious incident involving two couples' children. Copies are available while supplies last, and no membership is required to participate in this giveaway. In addition to the book distribution, local libraries are hosting various literary events. On November 29, the author Hanna Bervoets will visit the Bibliotheek Haarlem Centrum for a special event held from 16:00 to 17:30. Tickets for this author talk are available for purchase, with discounted rates offered for current library members. This initiative is organized by the Stichting Collectieve Propaganda van het Nederlandse Boek to promote literature on a national scale.

Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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