Notorious Woman

November 3, 1974

Aurore Dupin, who later became known as George Sand, was one of the most successful French novelists of the 19th century.

November 10, 1974

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.

November 17, 1974

Aurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children; achieved literary success in Paris and become known as George Sand.

November 24, 1974

George Sand's 13-year-old marriage to Casimir has now degenerated beyond repair.

December 1, 1974

Having just met the young Polish composer, Chopin, George Sand is determined to know him better.

December 8, 1974

George Sand has settled down with Chopin, but her children are growing up and causing problems.

December 15, 1974

In a France torn with political unrest, George Sand is notorious both for her private behaviour and her political beliefs.