Flaubert, Gustave
Madame Bovary: Provincial Lives
- ISBN 13:
- 9781603841238
- author:
- Flaubert, Gustave
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 346
- Dimensions:
- 13.21 x 2.03 x 20.83 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Set in rural France during the 19th century, Madame Bovary is a pioneering work of realist fiction that explores the monotony and desires of provincial life. Written by Gustave Flaubert, this novel follows the story of Emma Bovary, a young woman who seeks excitement and romance beyond her mundane surroundings.
The book provides valuable context through an introduction by MacKenzie, which delves into Flaubert's life, the writing process, and the historical background of the novel. Additional features include footnotes, a bibliography, and a chronology to further enhance understanding and appreciation of this significant work.
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