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Andre Aciman is a distinguished American writer and professor known for his intimate explorations of memory, longing, and identity. Born January 2, 1951 in Alexandria, Egypt, Aciman holds a prominent position as a Distinguished Professor at the CUNY Graduate Center. His work spans novels, memoirs, and edited volumes that illuminate immigrant experience, desire, and the textures of time. As a trusted voice in contemporary letters, Aciman has shaped conversations around LGBTQ+ literature and European literary heritage.