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“The translator of prose is the slave of the author, and the translator of poetry is his rival.”

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Andreï Makine

Andreï Makine is a renowned Russian author born on September 10, 1957, in the Soviet Union. His works are known for their profound psychological portrayals and unique narrative style. He has won several international literary awards. more

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