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Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-read biography by Curtis Cate offers a comprehensive exploration of the life and times of George Sand, one of the most influential and controversial figures of 19th-century French literature. Born Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin, Sand defied societal norms by adopting a male pseudonym and dressing in men’s clothing, scandalizing the Parisian literary circles with her unconventional lifestyle and progressive views on gender roles and sexuality. Cate’s meticulously researched work delves into Sand’s numerous love affairs, including her tumultuous relationship with the composer Frédéric Chopin, and her pivotal role in the Romantic movement. With its richly detailed accounts of Sand’s literary salons and her friendships with luminaries like Victor Hugo and Gustave Flaubert, this biography provides invaluable insights into the vibrant cultural landscape of 19th-century Paris. Collectors and readers alike will appreciate Cate’s nuanced portrayal of this pioneering author, whose works challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations of female writers.
