Study Guide to Madame Bovary and Three Tales by Gustave Flaubert

A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation essay and test prep for selected works by Gustave Flaubert the prime influencer of French realist literature. Titles in this study guide include Madame Bovary and Three Tales. As a leading exponent of literary realism Flauberts work illustrates elaborate devotion to style and aesthetics. Moreover he emphasizes the psychology of his characters and their role in the logical development of his works which marked the beginning of a new age in French literature. This Bright Notes Study Guide explores the context and history of Flauberts classic work helping students to thoroughly explore the reasons they have stood the literary test of time. Each Bright Notes Study Guide contains: - Introductions to the Author and the Work - Character Summaries - Plot Guides - Section and Chapter Overviews - Test Essay and Study Q&As The Bright Notes Study Guide series offers an in-depth tour of more than 275 classic works of literature exploring characters critical commentary historical background plots and themes. This set of study guides encourages readers to dig deeper in their understanding by including essay questions and answers as well as topics for further research.