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Inês Lourenço honored at the Porto Book Fair

The 83-year-old poet receives a Tribute Lime at the Porto Book Fair, which opens this Friday with over 200 events in the Gardens of the Crystal Palace.

20 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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This year's Porto Book Fair features a significant increase in programming, with a special focus on poet Inês Lourenço. At 83 years old, Lourenço will be awarded a Tribute Lime during the event, which starts this Friday.

The event, taking place in the Gardens of the Crystal Palace, will host over 200 initiatives throughout its program. The emphasis on the poet is one of the main highlights of this edition, which promises to showcase her work and contributions to literature.

In addition to honoring Inês Lourenço, the fair will include international guests and a variety of activities planned for the public. This year, the fair aims to be an immersive experience, exploring different aspects of writing and reading.

The opening is scheduled for this Friday, with expectations to attract a large number of visitors. The organizers are also preparing a special evening program, known as after-hours, which aims to extend the experience for participants.

The 2026 edition of the Porto Book Fair stands out not only for the quantity of activities but also for its diversity and internationalization, proposing a vibrant space for different literary cultures.

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