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Stories of the Sahara
Sanmao
Synopsis
Sanmao recounts her life in the Sahara with her Spanish husband, bringing everyday encounters, unfamiliar customs and practical difficulties into a series of autobiographical stories. Humour and curiosity accompany reflections on belonging, love and the possibilities of a life far from home.
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