Three tales
Book • 1923
'Three Tales' showcases Flaubert's range, featuring diverse settings and characters.
'A Simple Heart' portrays a devoted servant and her simple life.
'The Legend of Saint Julian the Hospitaller' recounts a medieval saint's journey of redemption.
'Herodias' depicts the biblical story of Salome and John the Baptist.
Each tale reflects Flaubert's attention to detail and exploration of human nature.
The collection is celebrated for its masterful prose and insightful character portrayals.
It remains a significant work in French literature, demonstrating Flaubert's versatility and artistry.
'A Simple Heart' portrays a devoted servant and her simple life.
'The Legend of Saint Julian the Hospitaller' recounts a medieval saint's journey of redemption.
'Herodias' depicts the biblical story of Salome and John the Baptist.
Each tale reflects Flaubert's attention to detail and exploration of human nature.
The collection is celebrated for its masterful prose and insightful character portrayals.
It remains a significant work in French literature, demonstrating Flaubert's versatility and artistry.
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Collection by Flaubert that inspired Stein to write "Three Lives".
Ep 740 - Three Lives, by Gertrude Stein
