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“Everywhere on earth, with every day that dawns, a woman stands surrounded by men ready to throw stones at her.”

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Annie Ernaux
Annie Ernaux

Annie Ernaux, born on September 1, 1940, is a renowned French writer known for her autobiographical novels. Her works delve into the relationship between personal memory and history, as well as the impact of social class on individual destiny. more

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