Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
31.05.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
432
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14.8/2.4 cm
Gewicht
555 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-0240-1
"Madame Bovary" by Gustave Flaubert is a seminal work of French literature that explores the life of Emma Bovary, a woman who seeks to escape the banality of provincial life through romantic fantasies and extramarital affairs. The novel begins with Charles Bovary, a simple and unambitious country doctor, who marries Emma Rouault, the daughter of a patient. Initially, Emma is excited about her marriage, but she soon becomes disillusioned with Charles's lack of sophistication and change. Her dissatisfaction leads her to seek fulfillment outside her marriage, engaging in affairs with more worldly men and indulging in extravagant spending. Emma's relentless pursuit of passion and luxury ultimately leads to financial ruin and personal despair. Flaubert's meticulous attention to detail and his exploration of the inner lives of his characters make "Madame Bovary" a profound commentary on the constraints of society and the dangers of unchecked desires. The novel's realistic portrayal of the struggles between personal aspirations and societal expectations has cemented its place as a classic in world literature.
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Madame Bovary
Bewertung aus Tönisvorst am 21.06.2021
Bewertungsnummer: 1308581
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Klassische französische Literatur; gehört zum Programm. Wer sich für die gesellschaftliche Entwicklung im 19. Jahrhundert in Westeuropa interessiert, kommt quasi nicht an diesem Buch vorbei. Auch wenn der Stil aufgrund des Perfektionismus Flauberts leicht anstrengend ist.