
Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (Book Analysis)
Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
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Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert (Book Analysis)
Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
About this book
Unlock the more straightforward side of Madame Bovary with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert, which tells the story of Emma and her desperate attempts to find excitement and passion to fuel her miserable life. The novel is now considered to be the author's greatest masterpiece, perfectly showcasing his love for a free indirect style and the inner monologue. When first released, however, it was met with scandal due to its realistic portrayal of life and society but it was gradually recognised that this was Flaubert's signature style: Realism. For anybody wanting a truthful depiction of life in France during the 19th century, this is an unmissable read. Find out everything you need to know about Madame Bovary in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
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•Character studies
•Key themes and symbols
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Table of contents
- Gustave Flaubert
- Madame Bovary
- Summary
- Character study
- Analysis
- Further reflection
- Further reading