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""Collected Works of Gustave Flaubert"" brings together the defining masterpieces of one of France's most revered literary figures. As a pioneer of literary realism, Flaubert is celebrated for his objective style and his relentless pursuit of the perfect word. This volume provides a sweeping overview of his stylistic evolution and his profound influence on the development of the modern novel. The collection includes his most iconic achievement, ""Madame Bovary,"" an intricate study of Emma Bovary's disillusionment and tragic pursuit of romantic ideals in provincial France. Readers will also find the historical grandeur of ""Salammbô,"" set in ancient Carthage, and the sweeping social critique of ""Sentimental Education,"" which captures the turbulence of the 1848 Revolution. Additionally, the collection highlights Flaubert's versatility through shorter works and philosophical narratives such as ""The Temptation of Saint Anthony."" Characterized by meticulous detail, sharp social observation, and deep psychological insight, Flaubert's work remains a cornerstone of world literature. This anthology serves as an essential resource for those seeking to experience the depth and breadth of a writer who bridged the gap between Romanticism and Modernism, setting new standards for prose fiction that continue to resonate with readers and writers today. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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