Yves Thériault: Quick Facts

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Born	November 28, 1916 • Quebec • Canada
Died	October 20, 1983 (aged 66) • Montreal? • Canada
Notable Works	“Aaron” • “Agaguk” • “Ashini” • “N’Tsuk”

Gaspé, engraving, 1871

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