VISITORS to a library can enjoy the magic of an Arabian Night next week.
Former Durham University lecturer Dr Hussein Dabbagh will be at the Clayport Library, in Durham City, on Wednesday, December 6.
Dr Dabbagh, who was in the department of Middle Eastern and Islamic studies, will read and discuss the background to Arabic poetry and culture.
Dr Dabbagh has also translated some of Shakespeare's poems into Arabic, and will read a selection of them.
The event, which starts at 7.15pm, is free, but places should be reserved by calling Clayport Library on 0191-386- 4003.
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