“When I had a few francs, I spent them at a café on the Place de Longchamps, a block or so from my pension, where I could order a glass of Beaujolais and a plate of string beans in vinaigrette for the equivalent of fifteen cents.”
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Work
The Coldest Winter: A Stringer in Liberated Europe
This book offers an intimate account of a journalist's observations and encounters in post-war Europe, capturing the challenges and complexities of the time. more
Author
Paula Fox
Paula Fox was an American writer known for her delicate emotional descriptions and profound psychological insights. Her works often focus on female characters and their personal growth, as well as family relationships and identity. Fox's writing career spanned half a century, and her works have won numerous literary awards. more
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