The first Book Festival in Tripoli aims to establish itself as a cultural institution, organized by the municipality and the Liotrivi publishing house. The opening featured remarks from key figures, including an electronic message from Sissy Papathanasiou, and a talk by Demosthenes Davvetas on art and aesthetics as a political act. The festival includes performances, discussions with authors, and literary workshops, with all events free to the public until November 21.