Famous Women: George Sand by Bertha Thomas
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| Author | Thomas, Bertha |
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| LoC No. | 13002206 |
| Title | Famous Women: George Sand |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Famous Women: George Sand" by Bertha Thomas is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and accomplishments of George Sand, a prominent 19th-century French writer known for her distinct literary voice and unconventional lifestyle. It aims to provide a concise overview of Sand's multifaceted life, emphasizing her literary career and personal experiences, shedding light on her as an extraordinary figure in the realm of women's history. The opening of the text sets the stage for George Sand's life, revealing her noble lineage and the complex dynamics of her family background. It describes her childhood, marked by the absence of her father and the tension between her mother and grandmother, which influenced her upbringing. The early chapters highlight Sand's vibrant imagination and passion for literature, nurtured amidst the contrasting worlds of aristocracy and the common people. This tumultuous beginning lays the foundation for understanding her later struggles and triumphs as a pioneering woman writer in a male-dominated society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28209 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 96 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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