Vujović: Books are the cornerstone of every culture

"This is the day when we remember all the headlines and content that shaped us, changed our thoughts and reflections, our lives and changed the world for the better," said Vujović.

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Photo: Ministry of Culture and Media
Photo: Ministry of Culture and Media
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Books are the surest strongholds and support in learning and the cornerstone of every culture, Minister of Culture and Media Tamara Vujović said.

On the occasion of April 23 - World Book and Copyright Day, she said that it is important to encourage everyone to read, especially young people.

"Dear writers, publishers, literary critics, creators in the field of literature, respected readers and book lovers, this is the day when we remember all the titles and content that shaped us, changed our thoughts and reflections, our lives and changed the world for the better," she said. is Vujović, it was announced from the Ministry of Culture and Media (MKM).

As she said, Montenegro is proud of all the literary works of Montenegrin writers, who left an important imprint on Montenegrin cultural identity and are an inspiration for future generations.

Vujović added that the MKM's obligation is to preserve and support literary creativity, because it represents an investment in a bright future.

"On the occasion of World Book Day, we sent books published by the MKM and the National Museum to all the editors of the culture editorial offices. On the official order of the Ministry of Culture and Media, a quiz is underway, in which the awarded participants will receive a set of the mentioned books," said Vujović.

The ICJ reminded that the decision to mark World Book and Copyright Day was made at the UNESCO General Conference held in Paris in 1995, and April 23 is a symbolic date in world literature.

They pointed out that April 23 is the death date of several prominent authors, William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes and Inca Garcilaso de la Vega.

"World Book and Copyright Day is a celebration that promotes the enjoyment of books and reading. Every year, on April 23, celebrations are held all over the world to recognize the importance of books, the connection between the past and the future, the bridge between generations and between cultures," the statement said.

It is stated that on this occasion, UNESCO and international organizations, which represent the three main sectors of the book industry, publishers, bookstores and libraries, choose the World Book Capital for the year, in order to encourage the celebration of this date with their initiatives.

"Advocating for books and copyright, UNESCO stands for creativity, diversity and equal access to knowledge around the world - from the network of creative cities and literature to promoting literacy and mobile learning and promoting open access to scientific knowledge and educational resources," the statement added.

MKM said that, with the active participation of all interested parties - authors, publishers, teachers, librarians, public and private institutions, humanitarian non-governmental organizations and mass media, and all those who are motivated to work together on the world celebration of books and authors, 23 .April became a platform for the gathering of millions of people around the world.

"UNESCO wants to encourage everyone, especially young people, to read and promote publishing and the protection of intellectual property through the protection of copyrights," said the MKM.

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