In a novel, my feelings and sense of outrage can find a broader means of expression which would be more symbolic and applicable to many European countries.
Antonio TabucchiAbout author
- Author's profession: Writer
- Nationality: italian
- Born: September 23, 1943
- Died: March 25, 2012
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