Flamarande (1875)

Set in 18th-century France, the novel follows Flamarande, a young woman constrained by societal expectations and her father's disapproval of her artistic ambitions. Raised in a convent, she discovers her passion for music, which becomes a refuge from her arranged marriage to the uninspiring Monsieur de la Marche. Her love for the musician Maurice complicates her life further, prompting her to confront societal hypocrisy. Through her journey of self-discovery, Flamarande navigates themes of love, art, and independence, all vividly depicted by George Sand.