“Melancholy is a sensual pleasure that is deliberately provoked. How many people shut themselves away to make themselves sadder, or to weep beside a stream, or choose a sentimental book! We are constantly building and unbuilding ourselves.”
Quote by Gustave Flaubert
Work
Intimate notebook, 1840-1841
This book is a compilation of entries from a journal that captures the intimate and personal reflections of its author during the specified time period. The journal offers a glimpse into the daily life, emotions, and observations of the writer, providing a unique perspective on the social and cultural context of the early 19th century. more
Author
Gustave Flaubert
Gustave Flaubert, born on December 12, 1821 and died on May 8, 1880, was a prominent French writer of the 19th century. Known for his exquisite literary skills and profound psychological portrayals, Flaubert is best remembered for his masterpiece 'Madame Bovary'. more
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