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“A few days later, I found my mother beneath the tree, motionless with excitement, her head turned toward the heavens in which she would allow human religions no place.”

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Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
Sidonie Gabrielle Colette

French novelist known for her unique female perspective and literary style. Colette's works are characterized by their autobiographical nature and were published under the pen name Sidonie Gabrielle Colette. Her notable works include 'Claude Moine' and 'Gigi'. Colette's literature has had a profound impact on 20th-century women's literature. more

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