The Correspondence of George Sand and Gustave Flaubert

The Correspondence of George Sand and Gustave Flaubert

by Gustave Flaubert and George Sand
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Publication Date: 04/12/2023

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The Correspondence of George Sand and Gustave Flaubert is a rich tapestry of 19th-century thought, offering a window into the tumultuous social and literary landscapes of the era. This anthology captures the oscillations between Romanticism and Realism through the epistolary exchange of two towering figures in French literature. The letters within this volume exhibit a remarkable variety of tones and artistic styles; they oscillate between affectionate camaraderie and rigorous debates, revealing profound insights into the creative processes and philosophical contemplations of their time. Readers will find these exchanges a testament to the intellectual rigor and emotional depth inherent in their era's literary explorations. George Sand and Gustave Flaubert, each a luminary in their own right, partake in an insightful discourse that transcends mere correspondence. Both authors contribute significantly to the anthology's theme, richly reflecting the dynamic interactions between their diverse literary traditions. While Sand's works resonate with the liberal spirit of Romanticism, advocating for social reforms and emotional expression, Flaubert's embrace of Realism sharply dissects societal constraints with meticulous detail. These vibrant voices, rooted in distinct cultural and literary milieus, converge here, offering a comprehensive perspective on the evolving literary landscape of 19th-century France. This collection is indispensable for readers eager to explore the confluence of Romantic and Realist dialogues within a single anthology. The Correspondence of George Sand and Gustave Flaubert presents a valuable scholastic opportunity to engage with authentic historical discourse while appreciating the shifts in literary paradigms. Ideal for both scholars and enthusiasts of literature, this volume not only provides academic insight but also fosters an ongoing conversation between the celebrated authors, challenging and enriching our understanding of their interconnected but distinct worlds.

ISBN:
8596547742661
8596547742661
Category:
Biography: literary
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
04-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Gustave Flaubert

Gustave Flaubert was born in Rouen in 1821, the son of a distinguished surgeon and a doctor's daughter. After three unhappy years of studying law in Paris, an epileptic attack ushered him into a life of writing. Madame Bovary won instant acclaim upon book publication in 1857, but Flaubert's frank display of adultery in bourgeois France saw him go on trial for immorality, only narrowly escaping conviction.

Both Salammbo (1862) and The Sentimental Education (1869) were poorly received, and Flaubert's genius was not publicly recognized until Three Tales (1877). His reputation among his fellow writers, however, was more constant and those who admired him included Turgenev, George Sand, Victor Hugo and Zola. Flaubert's obsession with his art is legendary: he would work for days on a single page, obsessively attuning sentences, seeking always le mot juste in a quest for both beauty and precise observation.

His style moved Edmund Wilson to say,'Flaubert, by a single phrase - a notation of some commonplace object - can convey all the poignance of human desire, the pathos of human defeat; his description of some homely scene will close with a dying fall that reminds one of great verse or music.' Flaubert died suddenly in May 1880, leaving his last work, Bouvard and Pécuchet, unfinished.

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