International Book Year
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| Observed by | countries |
| Type | Worldwide |
| Significance | Raise awareness about the heritage value of the book for humanity. |
| Date | 1972 |
| Related to | Literature, library, recreation, intellectual |
1972 was proclaimed International Book Year by the United Nations and made effective by UNESCO.
The announcement was officially established in 1970 , during the General Assembly of UNESCO. The cause of the proclamation is to increase access to books. The logo of the event was celebrated by the issuance of postage stamps by several countries
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