Laurent Gaudé
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Laurent Gaudé is a French writer and playwright known for the lyrical power of his style and the depth of his storytelling. He often explores themes such as memory, tragedy, exile, and human dignity. In 2004, he was awarded the prestigious Goncourt Prize for his novel The Scorta’s Sun, which tells the story of an Italian family marked by poverty, honor, and heritage. Gaudé is also the author of many plays, short stories, and socially engaged narratives. His work resonates with humanism and the ability to create a dialogue between the voices of the past and the present.
