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The Tiger's Woman

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Celeste De Blasis

Celeste De Blasis was an Italian-American author known for her unique literary style and profound insights into social issues. Her works covered a range of themes, including feminism, racial and class issues. De Blasis was born on May 8, 1946, and passed away on April 13, 2001. more

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