Some 100,000 books from 40 countries can be seen at the 15th International Book Fair, which opened Sunday in Jerusalem.
The 800 participating publishers set up their booths in an 8,400-square-yard exhibition area. While the number of publishers is the same as at the last book fair two years ago, there are fewer books because of delays in shipping caused by the Persian Gulf War.
A highlight of the exhibition is presentation of the Jerusalem Award, which is given at each fair to the author who has best expressed the issue of human freedom in society. This year’s prize will go to Polish writer Zbiegniew Herbert.
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