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Doris Lessing - Nobel Laureate in Literature

With a body of work that has spanned half a century, Doris Lessing was already a recognized and respected writer prior to winning the 2007 Nobel Prize in Literature. From science fiction to feminist fiction, Lessing writes in various genres, exploring her themes from different perspectives.
Is Doris Lessing a Feminist?
For decades, feminists have embraced Doris Lessing as one of their own. Yet the author of the influential novel "The Golden Notebook" doesn't much care for the label - or the women's movement.
Doris Lessing Profile
A look at an unconventional woman who writes about challenging social issues, yet denies the suggestion that her work is political.

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