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Winter in Majorca

George Sand
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Winter in Majorca

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1998

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George Sand

Winter in Majorca

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

200

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Majorca, Spain • 1830s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Winter in Majorca by George Sand is a travel narrative that chronicles Sand's experiences during the winter of 1838-1839 on the island of Majorca. Accompanied by musician Frédéric Chopin and her children, Sand explores cultural, social, and natural aspects of the island, providing insight into the challenges and beauty encountered during their stay.

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

3.1

773 ratings

34%

Loved it

40%

Mixed feelings

26%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Winter in Majorca by George Sand offers vivid descriptions of the island's landscape and insight into Sand's personal experiences during her stay. While praised for its evocative portrayal and introspective narrative, some criticize its subjective tone and lack of objectivity. Overall, the memoir is valued for its historical and cultural perspective, though its bias may limit its appeal.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Winter in Majorca?

A reader who enjoys Winter in Majorca by George Sand likely appreciates travel memoirs, historical insights, and 19th-century literature. Fans of A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle or Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes, featuring evocative depictions of place and culture, would find Sand's reflection on Majorca compelling.

3.1

773 ratings

34%

Loved it

40%

Mixed feelings

26%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

200

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Majorca, Spain • 1830s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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