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Madame Bovary

Book • 1857

Gustave Flaubert

Published in 1857, 'Madame Bovary' is a seminal work of literary realism that tells the story of Emma Bovary, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who marries Charles Bovary, a dull and unambitious doctor.

Emma's life is marked by boredom, romantic fantasies, and a series of ill-fated love affairs with men like Rodolphe and Léon.

Her inability to distinguish between her romantic ideals and the harsh realities of her life leads to financial ruin, public scandal, and ultimately, her tragic demise.

The novel is renowned for its masterful writing, detailed psychological insights, and its critique of bourgeois provincial life.

Mentioned by

Raphaël Gaillard

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Mentioned in 17 episodes

Re-read by

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Raphaël Gaillard en illustration de l'impact de la lecture.

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Esther Perel as a book she recently reread, but found disappointing.

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Benjamin McEvoy as the next book to be read in his book club.

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Mentioned by Josh Landy as an example of a novel that exploits cognitive biases.

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Alain de Botton comme un exemple de livre qui pourrait aider à apprécier la beauté de la vie quotidienne.

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Mentioned by Betsy Potash as the subject of a mock trial project in her AP Lit class.

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Fabienne Brugère comme un exemple littéraire d'aventure amoureuse mal tournée.

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Sebastian Klein as a currently read book, finding inspiration in its time travel aspect.

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