"Hope, like memory, can be a terrible force if misunderstood."

Ariel Dorfman (1942)
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About Ariel Dorfman

Ariel Dorfman is a renowned Chilean-American author, playwright, and human rights activist. Born in Argentina in 1942, he grew up in the United States before moving to Chile in the 1950s. Dorfman's works often explore themes of exile, identity, and political oppression, reflecting his own experiences during Chile's tumultuous political history. He is best known for his acclaimed play 'Death and the Maiden,' which has been performed worldwide and adapted into a film.

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