Interesting take on the life of George Sand, the cross-dressing authoress of mid 18th century Paris. Born Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin, she had a unique ancestry which eventually shaped her life. She married early and well, as required, but soon chafed at the boring life of a privileged woman. Having been left a sizeable estate by her grandmother, she was able to devote her post-married life to her writing and her quest for knowledge.
Changing her name to get published more easily, and dressing as a man to go solo to plays and concerts, "George" embarked on a series of love affairs with both sexes. And her salon gatherings became legendary - famous painters, actors, writers, politicians, and musicians all gathering for a night of drinking, intellectual discussions, and games.
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