I Will Write to Avenge My People

Annie Ernaux passionately defends the power of literature and political writing in her Nobel Lecture, emphasizing that writing about personal experiences can alleviate loneliness and foster collective emancipation. She highlights her commitment to using her voice to witness life's joys and injustices, illustrating the profound impact of storytelling on individual worth. The book includes Ernaux's Nobel lecture, banquet speech, and additional remarks from Nobel Committee members, showcasing the significance of her work in contemporary literature.