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Dava Sobel with Angela Saini: The Elements of Marie Curie

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Navigating Literary License and Adaptations in Biographical Writing

This chapter explores the delicate balance of literary license in biographical narratives, focusing on the use of fictional dialogue and the impact of selective storytelling. The discussion highlights the challenges authors encounter when adapting their works while striving for authenticity in representing historical figures like Marie Curie.

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