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Albert Le Roy
1856–1905
A French man of letters who moved easily between literature, public life, and history, he is remembered for writing about major literary figures such as George Sand. His work reflects a wide-ranging interest in French culture, politics, and the life of ideas.
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George Sand et ses amis
by Albert Le Roy
About the author
Born in Paris on December 19, 1856, Albert Le Roy was a French writer, scholar, and public figure who also pursued a political career. Sources describe him as a doctor of letters and a lawyer at the Paris Court of Appeal, and note that he first worked in administration before later serving as a deputy for Ardèche.
Alongside politics, he built a reputation as a man of letters. His bibliography includes studies and historical works, and he is especially associated with George Sand et ses amis, a book that explores the life, circle, and influence of the celebrated novelist George Sand.
He died on August 18, 1905, at Saint-Fortunat-sur-Eyrieux in Ardèche. Remembered today both for his literary work and his public service, he stands as one of those writers whose career linked scholarship, culture, and civic life.