George Sand Libri

The correspondence between George Sand and Gustave Flaubert spans 13 years, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives and thoughts of these iconic 19th-century French authors. Their letters delve into various topics, including politics, art, and personal matters, showcasing a deep mutual respect and support for each other's literary endeavors. The candid discussions about their writing challenges and creative processes provide valuable insights, making this collection a captivating resource for readers and scholars interested in the dynamics of literary collaboration and the personal lives of these influential figures.

The first translation in over one hundred years of The Countess von Rudolstadt brings to contemporary readers one of George Sand's most ambitious and engaging novels, hailed by many scholars of French literature as her masterpiece.

In the early nineteenth century, Juliette Ruyter, a beautiful young Belgian, and her protector, the noble Spaniard Aleo Bustamante, have arrived in Venice just before carnival. The mystery of their union is not clear, until Bustamante mentions that the notorious Leone Leoni is in Venice with his wealthy playmates. At news of this Juliette starts with shock, and her trembling reaction brings their troubles to the fore. Bustamante finally persuades her to tell him the whole story of her progress of ruin and degradation at the hands of one of the most infamous and charming scoundrels of his time. Will telling the story finally expiate Juliette's unhealthy obsession? Can she really evade a relationship that sometimes seems to her ordained by God, sometimes cursed by the Devil? This astonishing novel tells of innocence trapped by debauchery in a dazzling round of intrigue, impersonation and emotional deception. It casts itself across Europe in an intricate web of rumour and aspersion, at the centre of which lies the key question: exactly how genuine is Leoni's vaunted passion for Juliette? Leone Leoni was first published in 1835.

Set in 18th-century Bohemia, the story follows Consuelo, a gifted singer who rises from the struggles of Venice to the elegance of European courts. Through her journey, the novel highlights her vibrant character and steadfast principles, showcasing the transformative power of music and the resilience of the human spirit. George Sand's evocative writing captures the charm of old-world Europe while delving into themes of personal growth and the pursuit of artistic integrity.

Sir Lionel Bridgemont, a wealthy young English traveller, and Lavinia BuenafE, a young well-born Portuguese girl, had thought, ten years ago when they were betrothed, that their love was forever. But Lionel abandoned her, miserably, breaking her heart. He has continued his wandering life; she has married a wealthy nobleman and become a widow. Now the news of his forthcoming marriage reaches her, and she writes to him to suggest that they return each other's letters. Considering that they are, for the first time since they parted, physically so close to one another, high up in the Pyrenees, they cautiously decide to meet. With his witty young friend Sir Henry accompanying him, Lionel travels to Saint-Sauveur to meet Lavinia. Will she have forgiven him for his youthful cruelty all those years ago? Will he still feel something for her? Will their encounter prove to be a scene of revenge, reconciliation or even revivified love? Whatever the possibilities, it will be Lavinia who finally decides...This passionate, amusing novella was first published in 1833.

This is George Sand's second novel. Like Indiana, her first, it explores the relationship between men and women. Valentine, an aristocratic girl, falls desperately in love with Benedict, the son of a poor farmer. Again, like Indiana, this novel challenges preconceived masculine assumptions about woman's role in society. In loving Benedict, Valentine rebels against her family and her class.