 1984 edition | |
| Author | Michel Déon |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Language | French |
| Publisher | Éditions Gallimard |
Publication date | 2 February 1984 |
| Pages | 324 |
| ISBN | 9782070701100 |
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