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“A movie will do in one second, with one image, what it will take a novelist at least a page to describe.”

Quote by Yann Martel

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Yann Martel is a Canadian author known for his unique literary style and profound themes. His novel 'Life of Pi' won the Booker Prize in 2002 and became an international bestseller, propelling him to global recognition. Martel's works often explore deep questions of humanity and existence. more

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