“Come, let’s be calm: no one incapable of restraint was ever a writer.”
Quote by Gustave Flaubert
Work
The Letters of Gustave Flaubert: 1830-1857
The letters provide insight into Flaubert's personal life, literary aspirations, and the social and cultural context of his time. 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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