Flaubert, Gustave
Madame Bovary
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099573074
- author:
- Flaubert, Gustave
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2.4 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Emma Bovary is an avid reader of sentimental novels, seeking romance and escape from her mundane life. Born into a Normandy farm family and educated at a convent, Emma's desires are shaped by the romantic stories she devours. However, when she marries a well-meaning husband in the provinces, her hopes for happiness are dashed. Emma turns to extravagant spending sprees and eventually adultery as a means of escape from her unfulfilling life. As she pursues her impossible reverie, Emma seals her own ruin. This story explores themes of desire, disillusionment, and the human search for meaning in a seemingly ordinary world. A beautifully translated novel that has captivated readers for generations, Madame Bovary is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience.
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