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“It is warm, I am alive, I am calm and sad, I hardly know why. In this existence so even, so tranquil, and so gentle as I have here, I am in an element that weakens me morally while strengthening me physically; and I fall into melancholies of honey and roses which are none the less melancholy. It seems to me that all those I love forget me, and that it is justice, because I live a selfish life having nothing to do for any one of them.”

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George Sand

George Sand, born Armand Auguste Dupin, was a renowned French novelist, playwright, and journalist in the 19th century. Known for her profound psychological portrayals and social commentary, her works have left a lasting impact on French literature. George Sand, with her rich emotions and unique writing style, became an important figure in the history of French literature. more

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