Gustave Flaubert

As a 19th-century French novelist, Gustave Flaubert is celebrated for his meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to literary realism. His most renowned work, “Madame Bovary,” is a masterpiece of character study and psychological insight, exploring the complexities of a discontented provincial wife. Flaubert’s writing style, characterized by precise detail and vivid descriptions, has had a profound influence on the development of the modern novel. His dedication to perfection in prose earned him the reputation of a “writer’s writer,” and he remains a pivotal figure in the history of French literature.