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Fiction with Strong Female Protagonists

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French Literature

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Gustave Flaubert

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Book Brief

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About Madame Bovary

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Overview

In Madame Bovary, Emma’s discontent with her rural life and marriage drives her into affairs and debt, unraveling her world. Full summary and themes.

Madame Bovary Summary and Study Guide

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Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Part 1, Chapters 1-9

Madame Bovary Part 1, Chapters 1-9 Summary & Analysis

Part 2, Chapters 1-15

Madame Bovary Part 2, Chapters 1-15 Summary & Analysis

Part 3, Chapters 1-11

Madame Bovary Part 3, Chapters 1-11 Summary & Analysis

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Character List

Madame Bovary Character List

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Character Analysis

Madame Bovary Character Analysis

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Themes

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