“Women are the real architects of society.”

Born Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin on July 1, 1804, in Paris, George Sand was raised by her paternal grandmother on the family estate in Nohant. Her aristocratic upbringing afforded her an excellent education and an early exposure to liberal thought. This foundation shaped her lifelong defiance of societal norms and her belief in personal and intellectual freedom.

Sand became one of the most prolific writers of the 19th century, producing over 80 novels, 25 plays, and countless essays and letters. Writing under a male pseudonym, she broke into Paris’s literary elite, becoming known for her radical explorations of love, identity, and social justice. Her works were widely read and often controversial, solidifying her reputation as a literary icon.

Her debut novel Indiana (1832) was a scathing critique of marriage and female oppression, while Lélia (1833) delved into existential questions of love and identity. Lucrezia Floriani (1846) fictionalized her relationship with Chopin, offering an unflinching look at possessiveness in romance. Her works blended philosophy, social critique, and lyrical prose, making them enduring literary achievements.

George Sand passed away on June 8, 1876, at her home in Nohant, leaving behind a literary and political legacy that continues to inspire. Her fearless approach to writing and life influenced authors such as Virginia Woolf and Marcel Proust. Sand’s commitment to social justice and personal freedom remains a powerful testament to the enduring relevance of her work.

The works of George Sand are in the public domain, meaning they are free to read, share, and adapt without restriction. The links below lead to Project Gutenberg, a digital library dedicated to providing free access to public domain literature. No app or special software is required – simply read online or download in various formats.

• Rose et Blanche (w/ Jules Sandeau, 1831)
• Indiana (1832)
• Valentine (1832)
• Lélia (1833)
• Andréa (1833)
• Mattéa (1833)
• Jacques (1833)
• Kouroglou / Épopée Persane (1833)
• Leone Leoni (1833)
• André (1834)
• La Marquise (1834)
• Simon (1835)
• Mauprat (1837)
• The Master Mosaic Workers (1837)
• L’Orco (1838)
• The Corsair (1838)
• Spiridion (1839)
• Pauline (1839)
• Horace (1840)
• The Journeyman Joiner (1840)
• Consuelo (1842)
• Countess of Rudolstadt (1843)
• Jeanne (1844)
• Jealousy: Teverino (184%5)
• The Sin of Monsieur Antoine (1845)
• The Miller of Angibault (1845)
• The Devil’s Pool (1846)
• Lucrezia Floriani (1846)
• François the Waif (1847)
• La Petite Fadette (1849)
• Château des Désertes (1850)
• The Mysterious Tale of Gentle Jack and Lord Bumblebee (1851)
• The Bagpipers (1853)
• Isidora (1853)
• La Daniella (1857)
• The Gallant Lords of Bois-Dore (1857)
• She and He (1859)
• Narcisse (1859)
• Jean de la Roche (1859)
• The Snow Man (1859)
• The Black City (1860)
• The Marquis de Villemer (1860)
• Valvedre (1861)
• Antonia (1863)
• Mademoiselle La Quintinie (1863)
• Laura, or Voyage into the Crystal (1864)
• Monsieur Sylvestre (1866)
• Le Dernier Amour (1866)
• Mademoiselle Merquem (1868)
• A Rolling Stone (1870)
• Handsome Lawrence (1870)
• Malgretout (1870)
• Cesarine Dietrich (1871)
• Nanon (1872)
• My Sister Jeannie (1874)
• Flamarande (1875)
• Les Deux Frères (1875)
• Marianne (1876)
• The Tower of Percemont (1876)