Madame Bovary: Provincial Ways

The frustrations of bourgeois women in the 19th century resonate throughout this classic tale, originally published in 1857. Davis's landmark translation revitalizes Flaubert's masterwork, highlighting its enduring themes of desire and disillusionment. Through the character of Emma Bovary, readers explore the complexities of ambition and the constraints of societal expectations, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition.