Five key books by Annie Ernaux, Nobel Prize for Literature winner

Annie Ernaux's book 'The Years' is considered her masterpiece. The Nobel Prize in Literature on Oct 6 was awarded to French author. She was cited for 'the courage and clinical acuity with which she uncovers the roots, estrangements and collective restraints of personal memory,' the Nobel committee said. Photo: AP

Here are five books that secured Annie Ernaux's place as one of the leading voices of her generation in France and on Thursday, the Nobel Prize for Literature.

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