Flaubert, Gustave

(1821-1880) Gustave Flaubert was a French novelist. He's recognized as one of the greatest writers in world literature, well-known for the scandalous controversies of Madame Bovary. He's representative of Realism. He wanted to capture his subjects in truth, no matter whether the portrayal came across as beauty or ugliness. He was great friends...

(1821-1880) Gustave Flaubert was a French novelist. He's recognized as one of the greatest writers in world literature, well-known for the scandalous controversies of Madame Bovary. He's representative of Realism. He wanted to capture his subjects in truth, no matter whether the portrayal came across as beauty or ugliness. He was great friends...

(1821-1880) Gustave Flaubert was a French novelist. He's recognized as one of the greatest writers in world literature, well-known for the scandalous controversies of Madame Bovary. He's representative of Realism. He wanted to capture his subjects in truth, no matter whether the portrayal came across as beauty or ugliness. He was great friends...

(1821-1880) A French writer, Gustave Flaubert's most famous book, "Madame Bovary," was banned when it first appeared. These books explore the life and works of Gustave Flaubert, as well as his relationships with other famous French writers.

In "Flaubert: A Life," Geoffrey Wall dramatizes the life and times of Gustave Flaubert, who was one of the most enigmatic writers in literary history. Flaubert seems larger than life--too full of troubles, illnesses, personal traumas, and financial fiascos.

In "Madame Bovary, "Emma Bovary has pursued that which she desire0, 0nd her character will be forever tainted in literary history for her actions. But, what did she do ... taken by the pen as she was and depicted by Gustave Flaubert?

New York University medical school comments on the novel from a medical perspective.

"Madame Bovary" is a famous French novel. What happens in this novel? And, why is the play so memorable? Test your knowledge about "Madame Bovary."