| Salma El-Sharkawy |
French novelist, born in Saint-Savor-en-Poissy, France. Despite their initial lack of fame, her works created a stir because of their boldness and honesty. She wrote novels, short stories, and numerous newspaper articles while experimenting with various creative forms. Her writings tackled a wide range of subjects, including identity, love, loss, and the intricacies of interpersonal relationships. She also cleared the path for female authors to freely express themselves and question social expectations. She was not just a writer, she was also an actress and mime artist who performed on stage. Among her most important novels are "Chéri," "The Cat," "Claudine at School," and "Claudine in Paris.". She died on August 3, 1954.
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