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“I don't know if you have any idea what a high school in Paris is like in this day and age in the posh neighborhoods—but quite honestly, the slummy banlieues of Marseille have nothing on ours. In fact it may even be worse here, because where you have money, you have drugs—and not just a little bit and not just one kind.”

Quote by Muriel Barbery

Book:The Elegance of the Hedgehog
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The Elegance of the Hedgehog

This novel intertwines the lives of a reclusive museum curator and a young, troubled schoolgirl, revealing their shared appreciation for the beauty of art and the complexities of life. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, intellectual curiosity, and the search for meaning in a modern world. more

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Muriel Barbery
Muriel Barbery

Muriel Barbery, born on May 28, 1969, is a renowned French novelist. Her works are known for their unique perspective and profound thinking, which have won her a wide audience. more

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