
Œuvres complètes de Gustave Flaubert, tome 1 (of 8): Madame Bovary
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Language: FrenchPublished:
Authors:
- Flaubert, Gustave
1821 - 1880
About this book
In the mid-19th century, France experienced a turbulent blend of social change and romantic idealism, setting the stage for Gustave Flaubert’s incisive exploration of human desire in "Œuvres complètes de Gustave Flaubert, tome 1 (of 8): Madame Bovary." This seminal novel delves into the life of Emma Bovary, whose quest for passion and escape from provincial monotony leads to her tragic downfall. Flaubert’s masterful prose captures the stark contrast between illusion and reality, while his nuanced portrayal of bourgeois society critiques the constraints of marriage and ambition. Ideal for students, literary enthusiasts, and historians, this work remains a cornerstone of French literature, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of aspiration and disillusionment.