“But, in her life, nothing was going to happen. Such was the will of God! The future was a dark corridor, and at the far end the door was bolted.”
Quote by Gustave Flaubert
Work
Madame Bovary: provincial lives
Madame Bovary is a novel by the French author Gustave Flaubert, published in 1856. The story follows the life of Emma Bovary, a woman who feels trapped in her provincial existence and seeks fulfillment through romantic escapades and material possessions. The novel is renowned for its detailed portrayal of the characters' inner lives and its exploration of themes such as social class, love, and the human condition. 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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