~ 1804 - 1876
George Sand was the pen name of Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin, a French novelist and memoirist born on July 1, 1804. Known for her bohemian lifestyle and strong feminist views, she became famous for her literary works that explored themes of love, gender, and social issues, including notable novels such as "Indiana" and "The Countess of Rudolstadt." Sand was also notable for her relationships with several prominent artists and intellectuals of her time, including Frédéric Chopin.