May is a merry old month, isn't it? The last month of spring (and presumably, having found its seasonal stride throughout March and April, the springiest); the weather (theoretically...) is getting warmer and brighter as we amble closer to summer; and the word itself is really rather nice, isn't it? May. M-A-Y. Conveniently short to write, unlike the far more cumbersome … [Read more...]
World Book Night 2021 – Books To Make You Smile :)
The evening of April 23rd, 2021, is World Book Night! This year, the World Book Night organisers have chosen the theme “Books To Make You Smile”, which is about, unsurprisingly, books which make you smile! Given the events of the past year, we think that this theme is a very good one - and highly necessary! What better escapism than a good book that makes you grin, after … [Read more...]
International Women’s Day 2021 in the LRC
Today is International Women's Day - a day where we celebrate the social, economic, political and cultural achievements of women. It's also a day where we all need to come together to call for equality for women across the globe. Gender equality has progressed over the last few decades, with more girls in education, fewer girls being forced into early marriage, and more women … [Read more...]
Book Bus comes to WISE
Guess what gang? The Browns Books For Students Book Bus will be parked-up at WISE campus, Monday 4th February 9am - 3pm. This is a good chance for staff and students to peruse the huge selection of materials on offer from Browns, for departments including UPS, Sport, Art, Design, Photography, Media, Performing Arts, and many more. Contact the LRC if you would like to book … [Read more...]
Marvel in the LRC
If, after watching Avengers: Infinity War, you feel like getting your superhero freak on, come and check out our huge selection of Marvel books, graphic novels and DVDs in the LRC. Books and Graphic Novels The Avengers: The Ultimate Guide to Earth's Mightiest Heroes, by Alastair Dougall Filton Captain America: Volume 1, by Ed Brubaker … [Read more...]
