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Let the reader beware. French author's aim is not to amuse but to change
Let the reader beware. French author's aim is not to amuse but to change

Let the reader beware. French author's aim is not to amuse but to change

Date10/20/1981
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Original Toronto Star caption: Let the reader beware. French author's aim is not to amuse but to change
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0100119F
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