55 pages 1 hour read

Gustave Flaubert

Madame Bovary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1856

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Gustave Flaubert's Madame Bovary is lauded for its intricate character development and pioneering realism, offering a deep exploration of the protagonist's psyche. Critics praise its meticulous prose and critical examination of bourgeois society. However, some find the narrative slow-paced and the characters unlikable, which may impede reader engagement.

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Who Should Read Madame Bovary?

A reader who enjoys Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert would appreciate richly detailed narratives, psychological depth, and critiques of bourgeois society. Fans of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy or James Joyce's Ulysses will likely be captivated by Flaubert's masterful storytelling and complex characterization.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

920L

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
French Literature
Themes
Relationships: Marriage
Society: Class
Emotions/Behavior: Apathy
Period
Realism