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“Se le vie marittime non si lasciano circoscrivere facilmente forse è perché sono intrecciate di racconti e le leggende: le carte su cui sono state segnate sono forse immaginarie, gli scritti che le accompagnano inventati”

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Marinai perduti

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Jean-Claude Izzo
Jean-Claude Izzo

Jean-Claude Izzo was a French poet known for his distinctive literary style and profound depiction of life in Marseille. His works, which blend poetry, novels, and prose, have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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