Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert

Madame Bovary

Gustave Flaubert with Paul De Man

462 pages first pub 1857 (editions)

fiction classics literary emotional reflective sad slow-paced
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Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert is a absorbing and emotionally charged novel that will resonate with readers who appreciate complex, character-driven stories that explore the human experience of love, desire, and the complexities of the human heart, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy literary fiction and are drawn to themes of love, identity, and the search for meaning.

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The text of this Norton Critical Edition is based on Eleanor Marx Aveling’s celebrated translation, revised by Paul de Man. Margaret Cohen’s careful editorial revision modernizes and renews Flaubert’s stylistic masterpiece. In addition, Cohen has ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 22,630 reviews

Moods

emotional 62%
reflective 59%
sad 55%
dark 35%
challenging 22%
tense 19%
funny 9%
adventurous 4%
informative 3%
inspiring 2%
mysterious 2%
hopeful 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 61%
medium 35%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 78% | A mix: 17% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 3%

Average rating

3.5

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