The George Sand-Gustave Flaubert Letters by George Sand and Gustave Flaubert
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"The George Sand-Gustave Flaubert Letters" by George Sand and Gustave Flaubert is a collection of correspondence between two prominent figures of 19th-century literature, written during the mid-19th century. The letters chronicle a twelve-year relationship marked by their distinct personalities, philosophical debates, and artistic endeavors, offering insight into their thoughts and the tumultuous times they lived through, including the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune. The opening of the correspondence reveals the tone
of familiarity and camaraderie between Sand and Flaubert, each expressing genuine affection and respect for the other's work and character. Sand's letters reflect her nurturing spirit and her desire to connect, while Flaubert's responses illustrate his introspective nature and critical views on society. As they discuss literature, personal experiences, and their contrasting worldviews, the letters set the stage for a rich dialogue that balances warmth and philosophical inquiry. This correspondence promises readers an intimate look at the exchange of ideas between two influential literary minds, shedding light on their personal lives and the broader cultural context of their era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sand, George, 1804-1876 |
|---|---|
| Author | Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880 |
| Translator | McKenzie, Aimée L. (Aimée Leffingwell) |
| Title | The George Sand-Gustave Flaubert Letters |
| Credits | Produced by Steve Harris, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Sand, George, 1804-1876 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Novelists, French -- 19th century -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880 -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5115 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1062 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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