Madame Bovary-9780141394671

Madame Bovary

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In the stifling confines of provincial life, the exquisite Emma Bovary finds herself...
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In the stifling confines of provincial life, the exquisite Emma Bovary finds herself shackled to a humdrum marriage with an unremarkable physician. A voracious consumer of romantic literature, she yearns for the passionate embrace of high drama, seeking solace in extravagant purchases and, ultimately, illicit liaisons. Yet, even her dalliances fail to satiate her desires, leading to dire consequences.

Flaubert's masterful depiction of Emma Bovary's erotic pursuits and psychological turmoil sparked a moral furore upon its 1857 release. So lifelike was his portrayal that numerous women claimed to be the inspiration for his protagonist. The author, however, famously declared: 'Madame Bovary, c'est moi'.

This gripping tale of ennui, desire, and devastation continues to captivate readers, offering a penetrating glimpse into the human psyche and the perils of unfulfilled longing. Flaubert's prose, at once elegant and incisive, paints a vivid portrait of a woman trapped between societal expectations and her own passionate nature.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780141394671
Book Author: Gustave Flaubert
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Penguin Classics
Book Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions: 205 x 139 x 33 cm
Book Publication Date: 2014-07-08
Book Pagination: 384 pages
Book Weight: 504g

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