Gustave Flaubert

Broschiertes Buch

Herodias

Beschreibung

Herodias by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel set in ancient Judea, focusing on power, manipulation, and vengeance. The narrative revolves around a ruler and his ambitious wife, exploring their complex and tumultuous relationship. The ruler faces the challenges of political pressures while grappling with his personal desires, while his wife is driven by an insatiable thirst for control, manipulating those around her to secure her place in power. As the story unfolds, the influence of a prophet threatens their authority, and the tension escalates. The wife's ambition ultimately leads to a dramatic event at a royal banquet, where her daughter demands the beheading of the prophet as a reward for a provocative dance, fulfilling her mother's desire for revenge. Flaubert's masterful prose captures the dangerous intersection of personal passions and political maneuvering, illustrating the lengths individuals will go to for power and retribution. The novel paints a vivid picture of a world where ambition and desire lead to tragic consequences, showing how the pursuit of control and revenge can destroy lives and fortunes.

Autor

Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) was a renowned French novelist, often regarded as one of the greatest writers in Western literature. Born in Rouen, France, Flaubert is best known for his meticulous style and his pioneering contributions to literary realism. His writing is characterized by a deep psychological insight, a sharp critique of bourgeois society, and a masterful command of language. Flaubert's dedication to the craft of writing is legendary; he was known to labor over every sentence, striving for perfection in form and structure. Flaubert's most famous work, Madame Bovary (1857), is a groundbreaking novel that portrays the tragic life of Emma Bovary, a woman trapped by her unfulfilled dreams and desires. This novel became a cornerstone of realist literature, focusing on the complexities of human emotions and societal expectations. Despite early controversy and even legal challenges for obscenity, Madame Bovary is now considered a masterpiece. In addition to Madame Bovary, Flaubert wrote other significant works such as Sentimental Education, Salammbô, and the short story A Simple Soul, all of which reflect his concern with the human condition and society's flaws. Flaubert's influence on modern fiction is immense, inspiring writers like James Joyce and Marcel Proust.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books Llp
• Seitenzahl: 42
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 59g
• ISBN-13: 9789369076666
• ISBN-10: 9369076662
• Artikelnr.: 73290281