Sentimental Education
Sentimental Education
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004460
Novel • Fiction
France • 1840s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert, translated by Robert Baldick and with an introduction by Geoffrey Wall, follows a young individual's journey through love and ambition in 19th-century France, exploring their experiences with romantic and political aspirations during the revolution of 1848. The narrative provides an intricate depiction of human emotions and societal changes.
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Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert, translated by Robert Baldick and introduced by Geoffrey Wall, is praised for its rich prose and complex character development, capturing 19th-century French society with precision. However, some readers find its pacing slow and the plot meandering. Overall, it's recognized as a profound exploration of romantic idealism and societal change.
Who Should Read Sentimental Education?
Readers interested in Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert, Robert Baldick, and Geoffrey Wall are often aficionados of classic literature and 19th-century French society. They likely appreciate intricate character studies and historical context, similar to those found in Madame Bovary and Stendhal’s The Red and the Black.
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Novel • Fiction
France • 1840s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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