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A Simple Soul - Softcover

Flaubert, Gustave

 
9789367148273: A Simple Soul
Softcover
ISBN 10: 9367148275 ISBN 13: 9789367148273
Verlag: Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

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A Simple Soul by Gustave Flaubert is a poignant work of French literature that offers a profound psychological portrait of its protagonist, Félicité. As a servant in a bourgeois household, Félicité embodies the struggles of the lower class in 19th-century France. The novel is a masterful example of realism, capturing the emotional isolation and quiet suffering of a woman who lives a life of servitude. Flaubert's depiction of Félicité's unfulfilled dreams and religious devotion paints a tragic heroine whose life is marked by loneliness and sacrifice. Through her humble and seemingly insignificant existence, Flaubert delivers a powerful social commentary on class differences and the stark realities faced by those in the lower strata of society. A Simple Soul is a sensitive exploration of human dignity and resilience, showcasing Flaubert's skill in character study and his ability to evoke empathy for the often overlooked members of society.

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Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) was a renowned French novelist, often regarded as one of the greatest writers in Western literature. Born in Rouen, France, Flaubert is best known for his meticulous style and his pioneering contributions to literary realism. His writing is characterized by a deep psychological insight, a sharp critique of bourgeois society, and a masterful command of language. Flaubert's dedication to the craft of writing is legendary; he was known to labor over every sentence, striving for perfection in form and structure. Flaubert's most famous work, Madame Bovary (1857), is a groundbreaking novel that portrays the tragic life of Emma Bovary, a woman trapped by her unfulfilled dreams and desires. This novel became a cornerstone of realist literature, focusing on the complexities of human emotions and societal expectations. Despite early controversy and even legal challenges for obscenity, Madame Bovary is now considered a masterpiece. In addition to Madame Bovary, Flaubert wrote other significant works such as Sentimental Education, Salammbô, and the short story A Simple Soul, all of which reflect his concern with the human condition and society's flaws. Flaubert's influence on modern fiction is immense, inspiring writers like James Joyce and Marcel Proust.

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Verlag
Double 9 Books LLP
Erscheinungsdatum
2024
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
9367148275
ISBN 13 
9789367148273
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Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
38
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