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Also Known As Annie Duchesne
Born September 1, 1940 (age 84) • Lillebonne • France
Awards And Honors Nobel Prize (2022)
Notable Works “A Man’s Place” • “A Simple Passion” • “A Woman’s Story” • “Happening” • “The Years”

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