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“She and Marie were Montreal girls, not trained to accompany heroes, or to hold out for dreams, but just to be patient.”

Quote by Mavis Gallant

Book:Varieties of Exile

Work

Varieties of Exile

This book delves into the multifaceted nature of exile, examining the psychological, social, and cultural impacts on individuals who have been forced to leave their homes. more

Author

Mavis Gallant, born on August 11, 1922 in Montreal, Canada, was an outstanding Canadian writer. Her works are renowned for their delicate psychological portrayal and unique narrative techniques, and she is widely considered one of the most important English-language writers of the 20th century. more

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