Sentimental Education

Brief Overview

«Sentimental Education» is a novel by Gustave Flaubert that tells the story of a young man named Frédéric Moreau. Set in mid-19th century France, Frédéric, a provincial youth, arrives in Paris to study law. He falls in love with Marie Arnoux, the wife of a wealthy businessman. For many years, Frédéric dreams of Marie, but his feelings remain unrequited. Meanwhile, he forms numerous other relationships and experiences various life challenges, including political upheavals and personal disappointments. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, disillusionment, and the loss of illusions, illustrating how social and personal circumstances shape a person's destiny.