Madame Bovary

The novel “Madame Bovary” is written by the renowned French author Gustave Flaubert. First published in 1857, it is considered one of the greatest literary works of all time and a pivotal work in the realist literature movement. The story revolves around Emma Bovary, a provincial woman with unfulfilled romantic aspirations who marries a country doctor, Charles Bovary. Dissatisfied with her life, Emma embarks on a series of ill-fated affairs and indulges in extravagant spending, leading to her financial and moral ruin. Flaubert’s meticulous style and keen psychological insight make “Madame Bovary” a timeless exploration of the consequences of unbridled desires and societal constraints, making it a classic of French literature.