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Jean de Florette & Manon of the Springs

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Marcel Pagnol
Marcel Pagnol

Marcel Pagnol was a French playwright, screenwriter, and novelist, renowned for his works that celebrate the Provençal region of France. He is best known for his 'Mistral' cycle, a series of novels and plays that depict the life and culture of the Provençal people. more

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