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“Il y a plus de deux cents bateaux dans le port qui attendent de décharger leurs marchandises et comme ils sont tout allumés, les nuits, Beyrouth a l'air de s'être déplacé, d'avoir glissé sur la mer.”

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Book:Sitt Marie Rose
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Sitt Marie Rose

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Etel Adnan
Etel Adnan

Etel Adnan, born on February 24, 1925, is a renowned poet. Her works are known for their unique style and profound reflections on nature, love, and the human condition. more

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