“There was an air of indifference about them, a calm produced by the gratification of every passion; and through their manners were suave, one could sense beneath them that special brutality which comes from the habit of breaking down half-hearted resistances that keep one fit and tickle one’s vanity—the handling of blooded horses, the pursuit of loose women.”
Quote by Gustave Flaubert
Work
Madame Bovary: Patterns of Provincial Life
Madame Bovary is a critical examination of provincial life in 19th-century France, focusing on the protagonist's desires and her pursuit of romantic fulfillment outside of her marriage. The novel delves into themes of social class, materialism, and the human condition, offering a complex portrayal of a woman's struggle with her own expectations and societal norms. 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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