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THE FRENCH LIEUTENTANT'S WOMAN

In this novel, a mysterious woman named Sarah Woodruff becomes involved with a French lieutenant during the Napoleonic Wars. The story intertwines her present life with her past as a maid, and raises questions about the nature of truth and the choices we make. more

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John Fowles
John Fowles

John Fowles was an English novelist known for his unique narrative techniques and profound psychological insights. His works often explore themes of human nature, morality, and existentialism, with 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' and 'The Magus' being his most famous works. more

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