AFD Library Information

libraryWelcome to the AFD Library, a sanctuary for lovers of the French language and Francophone cultures! Our library is a treasure trove of resources, offering an extensive collection of books, magazines, films, and digital media to support your journey into the world of French literature, arts, and beyond. Whether you are here to study, explore, or simply relax with a good book, our library provides a welcoming and serene environment tailored to your needs. We invite you to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Francophone cultures, participate in our engaging events, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Bienvenue, and enjoy your time at the AFD Library!

Anyone may visit the library and enjoy the collections. However, a membership with the library is required to access specific services: borrowing documents, access to Internet, e-library, etc.

E-library / Culturethèque

For Library Member only

Library Catalogue

For Library Member only

Library Video
Library Contact, Location & Timing

Contact of AFD Library

Email: use “contact us” form
Phone: 011 43 500 221 / 011 43 500 237.

Location of AFD Library

Alliance Française de Delhi – Lodi Centre
2nd Floor, K.K. Birla Lane, 72, Lodi Estate, New Delhi – 1110003

Opening hours of AFD Library

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday – 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Thursday and Friday – 9.00 am to 6.00 pm

  • Public dealing stops at half an hour before closing time.

Closed Day & Holidays of AFD Library

  • Sunday  & Public Holidays – Closed.
  • April 2025 Closure Date :
    • 16th April closed due to TCF Canada exam.
    • 18th April closed due to Good Friday  Holiday.
    • 26th April early closing at 12:00 afternoon due to DEFI 2025 Competition.

April 2025 Recommendation

Comme aller sur la lune

Written by Valérie Guidoux & illustrated by Céline Guyot.

Through this wonderful book, author’s thoughtful storytelling raises awareness about the forest and nature in general which is represented via grandfather-grandson duo. Each page invites the reader to reflect on our relationships with every part of the nature. Moreover, the earthy tones used throughout the artwork create a calming atmosphere that enhances the reading experience. Book that bring us closer to the nature specially kids aged 3-6 years. 

Les liens artificiels

Written by Nathan Devers                                 

Immerse yourself in a narrative based on meta verse through the pages of this captivating novel and was also selected for Prix Goncourt des Lycéens. After facing failures in both career and love life, Julien, a musician gets tempted towards the virtual world. There, his new version has all the powers and is free to create his ownreality- but at what cost? The consequences to achieve everything in order tofill the void that one craves for, can be learnt through the journey of Julien. Nathan Devers, a young French author whose writing has depth and invites the readers to both dream and reflect wisely through his writing

Les Omniscients 2/ Les autres

Written by Vincent Dugomier and illustrated by Renata Castellani          

The combination of storyand illustrations makes this book appealing for the one looking to escape in to a visually peaceful world of books. Five teenagers with the ability to acquire knowledge are reunited to face more challenges, dealing with the dangers from the past and discovering a new group who could be friends- or a new danger indisguise. The comic is intended for teenagers.  

Library Policy

Loan details : You must present your library card at the time of issuing the materials.

Reservation : You can place a reservation on an already issued document. You will be notified by the call when the reserved item is available for collection. Item will be held for 7 days. If you do not collect it within this time, your reservation will be automatically canceled.

Loan renewal : You can extend the loan period of your documents through phone, email, or in person. Items that have been requested by another user and overdue items will not be renewed.

Late fine : Late return of documents is subject to a fine of RS 10 per document and per working day.

Locker (New): Locker facilities are available in the library. Locker facility close half an hour before library close time.

Dropbox : Library materials may be returned in drop box if the library is closed.

Library Membership

Membership Types

We offer three types of membership. They are all yearly and non-refundable. Students and members of Alliance Française are entitled to a free Classic Membership. Please note that library membership is not automatic when you join the Alliance. New members must come by the library and register for membership.

Premium membership:-
Outside Member: Rs.1900/-
AFD Students: Rs.1100/-

For 3 weeks:
6 Books
6 Comics
5 Periodicals / Journals

For 1 Week:
3 FLE books

Classic membership-
Outside Member: Rs.1200/-    
AFD Students: Free

For 3 weeks:
4 Books
4 Comics
2 Periodicals / Journals

For 1 Week:
2 FLE books

Institutional membership:-
Rs. 10000/-

For 1 month:
15 Children Books
15 Comics Books
10 Books
5 Magazines

For 1 Week:
3 FLE books

Library Membership Registration

Whether you are a student at Alliance Française or not, you can become a member of our library.

How to Register?

You have to submit:

  • A valid proof of address (electricity bill, telephone bill, bank statement)
  • A valid Photo ID (voter’s card, driver’s license, passport, government /MNC issued proof of identity)
  • Two recent stamp-size photographs
  • A class receipt, if you are a student at Alliance Française for the current session
  • Your payment, if any
 

Library Collections

General collections

The library offers access to more than 30,000 documents of various categories: novels, French methods, comic books, DVDs, CDs, children’s documents, magazines/newspapers, the majority of which is freely accessible.

Owing to the specialist nature of the library, most of the materials are in French; however the collection also includes documents in English, Hindi, Bengali, etc.

Special Sections

The library includes several special sections:

  • Francophonie section: novels and literary studies written by French speakers of all nationalities (Antilles, Africa, America, etc.).
  • India section: a whole section dedicated to the beauties of India (art and crafts, dance, travel guides…).
  • Learner’s library: hundreds of documents classified according to their French level (A1, A2, B1, B2) thanks to a user-friendly color code.

Video Games : Two PS4 are available in the library. Each of them contains several dematerialized games, which can be played both for fun and French learning. Rules and regulations apply; please click here.

 

French television : Cordless headphones are available within the library. They are dedicated to watching TV in French (TV5 monde and France 24).

 
 

Library visit : If you’re a school partner of the AFD or an AFD teacher, please contact us to organize a library visit with your class.

Document Donations : Before donating documents to the library, we request you to carefully read and fill out the donation form (donations that do not meet the criteria mentioned in this document will be systematically refused). Thank you for your understanding!