Flaubert, Gustave

Bouvard and Pecuchet (Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140443202
author:
Flaubert, Gustave
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
1976
Pages:
336
Genre:
19th century fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£17.18

Description

Bouvard and Pécuchet is a novel that explores the lives of two men who leave behind their mundane jobs to explore the world of ideas. After inheriting an unexpected sum, they embark on a journey of discovery, delving into the banalities of intellectual life in France.

Through their experiences, Flaubert critiques the bourgeoisie and the limitations of human nature, while also celebrating the power of friendship and the joy of learning. The result is a unique blend of satire and farce, reminiscent of 16th-century literary giants such as Gargantua and Pantagruel.

This unfinished novel, written by Gustave Flaubert in his final years, offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of France's most celebrated writers. With its intricate details and witty observations, Bouvard and Pécuchet is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in literary fiction and the human condition.

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