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Suite Française

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Irene Nemirovsky
Irene Nemirovsky

Irene Nemirovsky, a Russian-French novelist, was born on February 11, 1903, in Saint Petersburg, and was executed on August 17, 1942, during the German occupation of France. Her works are renowned for their delicate emotional portrayal and profound insight, with notable titles including 'The Women in the Night' and 'The Star of the Sea'. more

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