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1865
George Sand
1865
A novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The story follows Marcelle, a young widow, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and emotional exploration as she navigates her complex feelings for Henri Lémor. Their relationship is steeped in societal expectations and personal struggles, reflecting the tension between individual desires and social conventions during a transformative period in French history. The opening of the novel introduces us to Marcelle as she stealthily meets Henri one night, revealing their deep emotional connection amid unease and self-doubt. As they attempt to confront their feelings for one another, the two characters grapple with issues of love, morality, and societal judgment. Following their first encounter, Marcelle embarks on a journey to her ancestral home, Blanchemont, indicating her desire to escape the constraints of her former life. Her experiences within the lush, rural landscape serve as a backdrop to her internal conflict, foreshadowing the themes of social class and personal freedom that Sand explores throughout the novel.
