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“We are so bemused by our own petard, that we are unable to look at things objectively.”

Quote by Julia Child

Book:My Life in France

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My Life in France

This book is a personal account of the author's life in France, covering various aspects of their time spent in the country. more

Author

Julia Child, an American chef, author, and television personality, is known as the 'Matriarch of American Cooking'. Born on August 15, 1912, in Pasadena, California, she passed away on August 13, 2004. Child is renowned for her promotion of French cuisine and her passion for culinary arts. Her works and television shows have greatly influenced the perception of cooking in America. more

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