What inspired Styron's "Sophie's Choice"?
A dream
A true story
His family history
A friend's anecdote
Answer
The inspiration for William Styron's novel "Sophie's Choice" came from a friend's anecdote about a heart-wrenching decision she faced during the Holocaust. The story's emotional weight and ethical complexity profoundly affected Styron, leading him to craft a powerful narrative exploring the moral dilemmas and human resilience of characters amidst unimaginable circumstances.
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