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Khaled Al Khamissi, Egyptian writer

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Melissa Bell interviews Khaled Al Khamissi. This Egyptian writer, whose book “Taxi” has been translated all over the world, took part in the revolution and tells us why he’s confident in the future of his country.

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Bravo Khaled!

by Anonyme - 03/03/2011 - 20:03

Bravo Khaled! Et tu soulignes, contrairement au discours général, que plusieurs éléments étaient insupportables depuis quelques temps. Seuls ce qui ne voulaient pas le voir ou dont les indicateurs ne prennent pas en ligne de compte les droits de l'homme n'ont pas compris et ne comprennent toujours pas ce qui advient.
Alexandre

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