Madame Bovary
- Approximate level
- C1
- Length
- 120,273 words
- Reading time
- 10 h 1 min
- Chapters
- 32
- Language
- French
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2004
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This novel follows the life of Emma Bovary in nineteenth century France. Flaubert is known for his precise, descriptive style which offers a deep look into the lives of the middle class. For a learner, this text presents a moderate challenge. You will encounter nuanced vocabulary related to daily life, clothing, and social settings. The sentence structures are varied, ranging from simple observations to more complex, detailed descriptions. It is an excellent choice for those looking to improve their reading comprehension.
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Subjects
- Adultery -- Fiction
- Domestic fiction
- Married women -- Fiction
- France -- Fiction
- Middle class -- Fiction
- Physicians' spouses -- Fiction
- Suicide victims -- Fiction
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