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“I do love cricket - it's so very English.”

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Sarah Bernhardt

Sarah Bernhardt, a renowned French film actress, is often referred to as the 'Queen of Drama'. Born on October 22, 1844, and passing away on March 26, 1923, Bernhardt achieved remarkable success in both theater and film. She was known for her unique acting style and versatile performances, which have left a lasting impact on the performing arts. more

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Source: The Checkbook and the Cruise Missile: Conversations with Arundhati Roy : Interviews

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“I am a Maoist sympathiser. I'm not a Maoist ideologue, because the communist movements in history have been just as destructive as capitalism.”

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Source: The Checkbook and the Cruise Missile: Conversations with Arundhati Roy : Interviews

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