Madame Bovary
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Main Ideas
- Critique of mid-19th century provincial French society
- Depiction of the illusion and destruction of the protagonist's dreams due to romantic ideals
- Analysis of the consequences of financial irresponsibility and the pursuit of luxury
- Exploration of inner emptiness and the search for happiness in external attributes
- Reflection on betrayal and personal relationships in marriage
- Contemplation of the role of public opinion and pressure on individuality

Date of publication: 14 May 2024
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Genre: Classical literature