English PEN

English PEN is a registered charity (number 1125610), working to promote literature and human rights. From defending the rights of persecuted writers to promoting literature in translation and sending writers in to refugee centres and prisons, English PEN promotes literature as a means of greater understanding between the world’s people. English PEN’s work is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors, donors and members.


Your Culture or Mine? - Chris Frayling

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Wendy Kaminer, US-based writer on law, liberty, feminism, religion, and popular culture

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