Did not such strong connections draw me elsewhere, I believe Scotland would be the Country I should chuse to spend the Remainder of my Days in.

Benjamin Franklin, on visiting Edinburgh

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Welcome to Edinburgh, the first UNESCO City of Literature. Our city is built on books, brimming with writers and readers and home to the world's largest Book Festival.

Use this literature hub to discover more about our projects, Edinburgh's literary landmarks, Scottish literature and search our events database to find out what's going on.

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Carry a Poem 2010

One Book - One Edinburgh
reading campaign kicks off in February. Do you carry a poem you treasure? Tell us your story.

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Arthur Conan Doyle

Find out more about the Edinburgh-born creator of Sherlock Holmes

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From poetry workshops to author readings, find out What's On in the city

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