Gustave Flaubert

Bouvard and Pécuchet (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In "Bouvard and Pécuchet," Gustave Flaubert employs a satirical lens to critique the bourgeois aspirations of two clerks whose relentless pursuit of knowledge leads them to folly. The narrative unfolds in a fragmented, episodic style, reflecting Flaubert's meticulous attention to detail and his innovative approach to realism. This novel embodies the themes of intellectual ambition and the often-comical disillusionment that follows, as Bouvard and Pécuchet attempt to master various disciplines-from agriculture to medicine-only to meet failure. Laced with humor and absurdity, Flaubert's work resonates with the existential questioning that accompanies the late 19th-century French literary movement, positioning itself alongside his contemporaries while distinctively championing the folly of human endeavor. Gustave Flaubert, known for his groundbreaking work in narrative form and style, wrote "Bouvard and Pécuchet" later in his career, after the critical acclaim of "Madame Bovary." His lifetime obsession with the pursuit of knowledge, stemming from profound dissatisfaction with the limits of human understanding, informs this novel's structure and themes. Flaubert's disdain for his era's superficial intellectualism propels the narrative, making it a spirited exploration of the folly of humanity's quest for perfection and knowledge. For readers seeking a profound yet comedic exploration of human ambition, "Bouvard and Pécuchet" is highly recommended. Flaubert's incisive wit combined with a rich tapestry of character studies invites reflection on the nature of learning and the often-inevitable failures that accompany it. This novel serves not only as a critique of society but also as an evocative examination of the human condition that resonates with anyone's personal journey of growth and discovery.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028309077
• Artikelnr.: 68439850