The incredible life of novelist George Sand is explored, with a particular focus on her romance with famed musician Frédéric Chopin.
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7 Episodes
Misalliance
E1
MisallianceAurore Dupin, who later became known as George Sand, was one of the most successful French novelists of the 19th century.
Success
E2
SuccessAfter nine years of an unhappy marriage Aurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children and gone to Paris. Living with Jules Sandeau - she is consumed with her ambition to become a writer.
Conflict
E3
ConflictAurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children; achieved literary success in Paris and become known as George Sand.
Trial
E4
TrialGeorge Sand's 13-year-old marriage to Casimir has now degenerated beyond repair.
Prelude
E5
PreludeHaving just met the young Polish composer, Chopin, George Sand is determined to know him better.
Sonata
E6
SonataGeorge Sand has settled down with Chopin, but her children are growing up and causing problems.
Resolution
E7
ResolutionIn a France torn with political unrest, George Sand is notorious both for her private behaviour and her political beliefs.
