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"French Milk" is a graphic memoir and travelogue in which author Lucy Knisley visits Paris accompanied by her mother. The book intertwines illustrations with narrative, offering insights into their mother‑daughter relationship, the sights of Paris, and the author’s personal experiences.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Memoir
Authors: Lucy Knisley
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