Vali Grigore, IFIN, Bucharest

Head of Library, National Institute for Physics and Nuclear Engineering - IFIN, Bucharest

Q: How long have you worked in your current job?

A: Since May 1990, I have worked as a librarian and I love my job. It seems dusty and boring, but it is not. This job is very old, from the Sumerian Tablets and from the Library of Alexandria.

Q: Which fictional character would you most like to be?

A: As Don Quixote suggests, sometimes it is necessary to have an imaginary world.

Q: What are you most afraid of?

A: I am afraid of intolerance, hate, violence.

Q: What is your favourite cuisine?

A: Romanian cuisine is my favourite. Also, I am open to Greek cuisine with fish and vegetables.

Q: What is the last film you watched?

A: The Virgin Queen was the last film I saw.

Q: How do you like to relax after work?

A: Reading Medieval books, history and literature. I also like gardening.

Q: Name one place that you would like to go back to.

A: I wish to go back to Canterbury for its fascinating history.

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