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Sand, George
1804
1876
Dupin, Amandine-Aurore-Lucile
Dudevant, Amandine-Aurore-Lucile
Dupin, Armandine Aurore Lucille
Francia; Un bienfait n'est jamais perdu
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"Francia; Un bienfait n'est jamais perdu" by George Sand is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Paris during the tumultuous era following Napoleon's defeat, the story reveals the intricate dynamics of power, beauty, loyalty, and the human spirit amidst political upheaval. The narrative revolves around Diomède Mourzakine, a young Russian officer, and Francia, a young Parisian woman whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. The beginning of the novel introduces the aftermath of a grand military procession led by Tsar Alexander through Paris, following the city’s surrender. As the crowd silently observes this display of strength, we meet Mourzakine, who struggles with his own emotions and observations of the defeated citizens. Shortly after, a chaotic incident involving Mourzakine’s horse and a young girl named Francia ignites a connection between them. The reader witnesses Mourzakine's character, shaped by his experiences of war and conquest, while Francia’s presence represents the resilient spirit of Parisian society. Their initial meeting sets the stage for a deepening relationship, one entwined with themes of compassion, duty, and the quest for understanding in a fractured world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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