"The book is a quiet friend; it does not demand to be read, it waits for us to come and open the door to a new world."

Bernard Pivot (1935)
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About Bernard Pivot

Bernard Pivot is a French journalist, interviewer, and television host best known for his long-running cultural television program 'Apostrophes'. He was born in Lyon, France, in 1935. Pivot's passion for literature and culture was evident in his work as the host of 'Apostrophes', where he interviewed numerous prominent writers, poets, and intellectuals from around the world. He played a significant role in promoting literature and fostering intellectual discussions on French television.

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