George Sand: Some Aspects of Her Life and Writings by René Doumic
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"George Sand: Some Aspects of Her Life and Writings" by René Doumic is an analytical account focused on the life and literary contributions of the influential French novelist George Sand, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into various aspects of Sand's life, exploring her dual heritage, personal relationships, and the profound impact she had on modern thought and feminist ideals. The opening of the book introduces Aurore Dupin, who
later became known as George Sand, highlighting the contrasting influences of her aristocratic paternal lineage and her working-class maternal roots. Doumic describes her childhood environment, illustrating how the rivalry between her mother and grandmother shaped her early life and emotional landscape. It goes on to summarize her tumultuous upbringing, her tender bond with nature, and the conflicts that defined her early personality traits, setting the stage for her later revolutionary ideas and literary achievements. This rich tapestry of personal history serves as a foundation for understanding her journey into becoming one of the most significant literary figures of her time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Doumic, René, 1860-1937 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hallard, Alys |
| Uniform Title | George Sand: dix conférences sur sa vie et son oeuvre. English |
| Title | George Sand: Some Aspects of Her Life and Writings |
| Note | Translation of: George Sand, dix conferences sur sa vie et son oeuvre |
| Credits | Produced by Charles E. Keller and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| 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. | 138 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00138-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2006 |
| Last Update | Oct 29, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1332 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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