The Collected Works

The Collected Works

by Gustave Flaubert
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Publication Date: 13/11/2022

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Gustave Flaubert's 'The Collected Works' is a masterpiece of French literature, showcasing the author's unparalleled ability to capture the complexities of human emotions and societal norms. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and precise prose, Flaubert's writing style exhibits a perfect blend of realism and romanticism, setting him apart as a key figure in the development of the novel as an art form. From the tragic tale of 'Madame Bovary' to the historical drama of 'Salammbo,' this collection offers a sweeping panorama of Flaubert's thematic concerns and narrative skill. Through his characters, Flaubert delves into the depths of passion, desire, and the human condition, making his works timeless and universally relatable. Gustave Flaubert, a prominent figure in 19th-century French literature, drew inspiration from his own life experiences and observations of society to craft these works. His relentless pursuit of perfection and dedication to his craft are evident in the enduring quality of his novels, making him a literary icon for generations to come. For readers seeking a profound exploration of human nature and exquisite storytelling, 'The Collected Works' by Gustave Flaubert is a must-read that will leave a lasting impact and appreciation for the art of literature.

ISBN:
8596547399827
8596547399827
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Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-11-2022
Language:
English
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Gustave Flaubert

Gustave Flaubert was born in Rouen in 1821, the son of a distinguished surgeon and a doctor's daughter. After three unhappy years of studying law in Paris, an epileptic attack ushered him into a life of writing. Madame Bovary won instant acclaim upon book publication in 1857, but Flaubert's frank display of adultery in bourgeois France saw him go on trial for immorality, only narrowly escaping conviction.

Both Salammbo (1862) and The Sentimental Education (1869) were poorly received, and Flaubert's genius was not publicly recognized until Three Tales (1877). His reputation among his fellow writers, however, was more constant and those who admired him included Turgenev, George Sand, Victor Hugo and Zola. Flaubert's obsession with his art is legendary: he would work for days on a single page, obsessively attuning sentences, seeking always le mot juste in a quest for both beauty and precise observation.

His style moved Edmund Wilson to say,'Flaubert, by a single phrase - a notation of some commonplace object - can convey all the poignance of human desire, the pathos of human defeat; his description of some homely scene will close with a dying fall that reminds one of great verse or music.' Flaubert died suddenly in May 1880, leaving his last work, Bouvard and Pécuchet, unfinished.

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