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Ways With Words at Dartington

The panel on the Middle East Revolution will examine what free speech means today. Has the internet revolutionised how the oppressed voice their dissent?

Published: July 3, 2011

When: Friday, 8. July 2011 17.30
Where: Devon, at The Telegraph Ways With Words festival at Dartington Hall
More info: www.indexoncensorship.org/2011/06/8-july-ways-with-words-at-dartington/

This event is part of a 10 day festival (8-18 July) with over 160 events at the medieval Dartington Hall, amongst lovely Devon hills. Speakers appearing include: Margaret Drabble, Philip Hensher, Alan Hollinghurst, Jon Ronson, Matthew Parris, Lionel Blue, Mary Warnock, Ben Okri, Xinran, Roy Strong.

To receive the full programme and take advantage of the two for one offer: call 01803 867373 or on line at www.wayswithwords.co.uk quoting ‘Index on Censorship ticket offer’.

Tickets £5 (normally £9)

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