Madame Bovary

“”Madame Bovary”” by Gustave Flaubert, translated from French by Eleanor Marx-Aveling, is a classic 19th-century novel that explores the life and struggles of Emma Bovary, a doctor’s wife. Dissatisfied with her mundane provincial life and uninspired marriage to Charles Bovary, Emma seeks excitement through extramarital affairs and reckless spending, driven by her romantic fantasies and desire for luxury. Her quest for fulfillment outside her monotonous reality leads to financial ruin and personal despair. Flaubert’s work is a critical examination of the bourgeoisie and the limitations placed on women, capturing the tension between romanticism and realism. Marx-Aveling’s translation is praised for its accuracy and ability to convey Flaubert’s intricate prose and psychological depth, making the novel accessible to English-speaking readers while preserving its literary integrity. —- ISBN: 9798328377003