Isabel Allende writes deeply felt books rising from her experiences of public and private crises.(Originated from Orange County Register)

From: Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service | Date: May 3, 1995| Author: McGraw, Carol | Copyright information

SAUSALITO, Calif. _ Blocks from the bustle of the tourist trade that rumbles in off the Golden Gate Bridge is the street where author Isabel Allende writes hauntingly exquisite tales of shadow and light, spirits living and dead, sinners and the saved.

Here, on lush hillsides that remind her of her native Chile, clapboard Victorian houses painted lavender and corn-shuck green march in tight rows down to the pewter bay. The cozy corner restaurant serves espresso and croissants...

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