Faber Social: Jon Savage and Viv Albertine on Punk Literature and Books


Two of the finest writers on Punk in conversation.

Music, Music, Music. Boys, Boys, Boys) and Jon Savage (author of England’s Dreaming, deemed the ultimate book on punk).

At this special event in the Entrance Hall, both sit down to offer their unique takes on what became one of the most influential cultural movements of modern times. Hosted by Kate Mossman, arts editor of the New Statesman.

Includes an out of hours viewing of the Punk ’1976 –78 exhibition plus music from Scratchy – tour DJ for the Clash – a bookstall and bar.

Punk 1976–78 is part of punk London, a year of events, gigs, films, talks and exhibits celebrating 40 years of punk heritage and influence in London

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Date(s)14 Jul 2016
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VenueThe British Library
Address96 Euston Road, Somerstown, Greater London,
NW1 2DB

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Event Details

Date14 Jul 2016
Time(s)7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
CostFull Price: £15, Senior 60+: £12, Student & Registered Unemployed: £10
VenueThe British Library
96 Euston Road
Somerstown
Greater London
NW1 2DB
Phone+44 (0)1937 546546
CategoryLiterature and Books


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