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Misalliance
Aurore Dupin, who later became known as George Sand, was one of the most successful French novelists of the 19th century.
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Success
After 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.
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Conflict
Aurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children; achieved literary success in Paris and become known as George Sand.
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Trial
George Sand's 13-year-old marriage to Casimir has now degenerated beyond repair.
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Prelude
Having just met the young Polish composer, Chopin, George Sand is determined to know him better.
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Sonata
George Sand has settled down with Chopin, but her children are growing up and causing problems.
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Resolution
In a France torn with political unrest, George Sand is notorious both for her private behaviour and her political beliefs.