MADAME BOVARY
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- 25,00 kr
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- 25,00 kr
Publisher Description
Gustave Flaubert's 'Madame Bovary' is a timeless classic that explores the consequences of escapism and romantic delusions in the life of a provincial doctor's wife. The novel is known for its intricate and exquisite prose, with Flaubert's meticulous attention to detail bringing to life the small-town setting and characters. 'Madame Bovary' is often considered a landmark in the development of the realist novel, showcasing Flaubert's mastery of psychological depth and social commentary. The story follows Emma Bovary, a woman disillusioned with her mundane life, as she seeks fulfillment through affairs and materialism, ultimately leading to her tragic downfall. Flaubert's exploration of the human condition and societal norms makes 'Madame Bovary' a compelling and thought-provoking read. As a work that has influenced generations of writers and continues to resonate with readers today, 'Madame Bovary' remains a must-read for those interested in classic literature and the complexities of human desire.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Glenda Jackson hits the mark in this superb narration of Flaubert's classic novel. Her reading perfectly captures the restlessness of Emma Bovary, a character perpetually dissatisfied with her solid, steady husband and bourgeois life in provincial 19th-century France. Emma's unrealistic dreams (she yearns for a perfect, romantic love that will sweep her away into perpetual bliss) lead her into one affair after another, and then to financial ruin and suicide. Jackson is especially outstanding in the scene which takes place the night before Emma plans to run off with her lover, Rudolf. To Rudolf, Emma is just one in a long series of conquests, and he gets cold feet at the thought of being permanently responsible for her welfare and that of her child. In a swoony, sighing voice full of noble suffering, Jackson reads his flowery letter of tears and regret, saying he loves her too much to ruin her life and her reputation. Then, without missing a beat, she switches to smug, cynical satisfaction, as Rudolf admires the letter and congratulates himself on his close escape.
