The cultural deputy of Guidance Ministry said the context and programs of the Book Week do not belong to any specific groups and all the social strata should play a part in the convention.

IBNA: "In our estimation, cultural activities are public activities which should by designed and programmed in a way that everyone can play a part in the organization of such activities," added Dr Mohsen Parviz.

According to the news headquarters of the 17th edition of Book Week of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the cultural deputy of Guidance Ministry extended his gratitude over all the institutions and organizations which cooperated in the programming of the Book Week. "I'm looking forward to seeing the same esprit de corps in arrangement of the convention," he said.

Finalizing his speech, Parviz stated the participation of over 40 state and private organizations in the organization of the 17th Book Week of the Islamic Republic of Iran indicates the heed given to books and book reading by institutions and organizations."

The 17th edition of the Book Week of the Islamic Republic of Iran will be held all over the country from November 14-21.

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