George Sand

George Sand, born Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin in 1804, was a pioneering French novelist and memoirist whose life was as colorful as the characters she created. Known for her unconventional lifestyle, Sand often dressed in men's clothing and defied societal norms, which earned her both admiration and criticism. Her literary career flourished in the early to mid-19th century, during which she penned over 70 novels, plays, and essays, exploring themes of love, social justice, and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society.

Sand's works invite readers into a world where passion and intellect collide, offering rich insights into the human experience. Among her most celebrated novels are "Indiana," "Valentine," and "The Devil's Pool," each showcasing her talent for creating vibrant, memorable characters. As you explore her oeuvre in the app, you'll discover the timeless relevance of her themes and the beauty of her prose, making it a rewarding journey into the heart of one of literature's most intriguing figures.

The Devil's Pool

Read by J. M. Smallheer 4.2
George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women o…

La Mare au diable

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Sur l'avis de son beau-père, malgré sa réticence, le laboureur Germain, veuf de vingt-huit ans, va se rendre à F…

The Bagpipers

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A story of two sets of lovers and the development of their relationships, set in rural France in the mid 19th century. - Summary by PeterTuc…

The Marquis de Villemer

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Caroline is a very intelligent woman. She received a good convent education until her father lost his fortune in a failed venture and died s…

The Snow Man

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George Sand presents a novel containing one of her favorite crafts, besides creating wonderful literary works. This one involves the making …

Indiana

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This is George Sand's first novel. Her real name was Amantine (or Amandine) Lucile Dupin, and she later became baroness Dudevant. As an aris…

The Countess of Rudolstadt

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This sequel to Consuelo picks up not long after the striking conclusion of the first novel. Consuelo is enjoying a brilliant singing career…

Consuelo

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This roman à clef follows the musical adventures of Consuelo, a gifted singer under the tutelage of the composer Nicola Porpora. Afte…

The Naiad

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The Naiad: A Ghost Story is a supernatural novella by George Sand, the pseudonym of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dudevant, née Dupin. - Sum…

Mauprat

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Bernard Mauprat was raised by lawless brigands and knows no other way of life until age 17. Then everything changes for him when his cousin …

Antonia

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Will love conquer all? An entertaining novel of growth in light of societal pressures of propriety, finance and inheritance of 19th century …

Les Maîtres sonneurs

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Le roman est paru dans Le Constitutionnel en juin et juillet 1853. Il raconte la vie des « cornemuseux » à la fin du XVII…

The Sin of Monsieur Antoine, Volume 1

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This two volume book is a novelized social commentary of this famous author. It sets in play characters and events that bring to life her vi…

The Sin of Monsieur Antoine, Volume 2

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This second volume of a two volume work is a novelized social commentary of this famous author. Despite its treatment of political theory, t…

Légendes rustiques

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Voici une collection de 16 contes et légendes de la plume de George Sand (1804-1876), ainsi que la correspondance sur l'affaire tragi…

Laura. Voyages et impressions

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Un jeune étudiant allemand en minéralogie, du nom d'Alexis, tombe amoureux de sa cousine Laura. Cette dernière lui pr&e…

Las lavanderas nocturnas

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He aquí, en mi opinión, la más siniestra de las visiones del miedo. Es también la más difundida pues cre…

Las señoritas

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Les demoiselles o señoritas del Berry nos parecen primas de las milloraines normandas que el autor de La Normandie merveilleuse desc…

La Rêverie à Paris

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Un très joli texte sur Paris, y flâner, y rêver… Jardins, rues encombrées, tout le talent de George Sand, son rega…