Lunchtime Event: Remembering Umberto Eco

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 02:30 am UTC+13:00

57 Willis Street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011 | Wellington

Unity Books Wellington
Publisher/HostUnity Books Wellington
Lunchtime Event: Remembering Umberto Eco
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2026 marks ten years since literary icon Umberto Eco's passing. To celebrate his extraordinary life and work, HE Cristiano Maggipinto (Ambassador of Italy in New Zealand), Marco Sonzogni (award-winning scholar, editor, poet, and literary translator) & professors from Te Herenga Waka University will hold an in-store talk, followed by various readings of Eco's work.
All welcome, come grab a seat and enjoy!
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