George Sand by E. Caro
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| Author | Caro, E. (Elme-Marie), 1826-1887 |
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| Title | George Sand |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "George Sand" by E. Caro is a biographical account focusing on the life and literary significance of the prominent French writer George Sand, likely written during the late 19th century. This work delves into Sand's origins, her formative years, and the influences that shaped her as a writer and thinker in a society beginning to grapple with social reforms and women's independence. The opening of the book presents a deep introspection into George Sand's childhood and youth, marked by contradictory influences due to her aristocratic heritage and her mother's peasant background. The author reflects on the complexity of her character, her early struggles with identity, and her yearning for independence as a woman in patriarchal society. The narrative evokes Sand's passionate engagement with the cultural and literary movements of her time, hinting at the future turmoil of her personal and professional life. Through rich descriptions of her early experiences and environment, E. Caro captures the essence of Sand's imaginative spirit and her quest for self-expression, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of her subsequent literary works and ideological battles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
| Subject | Women novelists, French -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13038 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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