State Library of Victoria, Entry 3, Village Roadshow Theatre, La Trobe Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia + Google Map

Presented by Jodi Kok A look at the life and exploits of E.W. Cole, creator of Cole’s Funny Picture Book and owner of the famous Cole’s Book Arcade. Cole was a canny businessman, a visionary, and a true believer in everyone having the right to access books. We will take a look at some treasures from the Library’s collection to learn more about Cole himself and what was once hailed ‘the grandest bookshop in the world’. Wednesday 24th July, Two sessions: 12:00-12:45pm and 5:00-5:45pm Presented by…