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Roger Vailland

French writer (1907–1965).

Born October 16th, 1907 in Oise.

Died May 12th, 1965 at 57 years old in Meillonnas (lung cancer).

Occupations
French resistance fighter, essayist, journalist, novelist, playwright, screenwriter, writer
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Do not fear death. Death is always at our side. When we show fear, it jumps at us faster than light. But, if we do not show fear, it casts its eye upon us gently and then guides us into infinity. Laughing Bull