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Eve Out of Her Ruins
“Eve out of Her Ruins” is a heartbreaking look at the dark corners of the island nation of Mauritius that tourists never see, and a poignant exploration of lives at the margins of society. Published in the UK for the first time, this celebrated novel won the 2006 Prix des cinq continents de la Francophonie.
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| Weight | 0.148 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 179 × 120 × 14 mm |
| ISBN | 9780993009341 |
| Cover | Paperback |
| Publication Year | 2016 |
| Publisher | Les Fugitives |
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