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Gertrude Stein

Gertrude Stein was a celebrated modernist author and art collector. While she was born in America, Stein's influential years were spent in France, where she consorted with many of the 2oth century's greatest artists, and produced her own work, including the well-known book, The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas.

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What is the difference between Gertrude Stein and The Toilet of Venus?

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Gertrude Stein was an American writer known for her experimental writing style and contributions to modernist literature, while "The Toilet of Venus" is a painting by Diego Velázquez depicting the Roman goddess Venus. Stein was a literary figure, while "The Toilet of Venus" is a visual artwork.

Was Gertrude Stein the first woman to swim the English Channel?

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No, Gertrude Ederle was the first woman to swim the English Channel in 1926. She achieved this feat in 14 hours and 31 minutes, becoming a pioneer in long-distance swimming.