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Lost & Found: A European Literary Map of London
For centuries, writers have come to London from across Europe and beyond – as honoured guests and anonymous aliens; tourists and refugees; students and wanderers.
Their encounters with the city leave a mark: on the writer, on their work and, sometimes, on London itself. Lost and Found: A European Literary Map of London uncovers these literary traces, revealing a London and a Europe of the imagination.
The European Literary Map of London is a multi-faceted initiative that brings together an interactive digital map, cross-continental exhibitions, and a programme of immersive public engagement.
YouTube Widget Placeholderhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jtSJa69mFc This film was was created by students from City University, studying MA Journalism. (Music: Erik Satie: Gymnopedie No 1, Kevin Macleod, Free Music Archive, Creative Commons Attribution Licence.)
“This exhibition and the wider European Literary map of London project illustrate beautifully the longstanding and enduring cultural connections between the UK and the European continent, and the important role of the written word in building cross-cultural bridges and expanding our collective understanding. His Excellency Pedro Serrano, EU Ambassador to the United Kingdom“Diversity is our city’s greatest strength, and this engaging exhibition celebrates London’s rich blend of people and cultures and the fascination of European writers through history with the capital. It also highlights the power of art and creativity and their significant role in our history. London’s Deputy Mayor for Culture and the Creative Industries, Justine Simons O
