Flaubert’s Youth

'Flaubert’s Youth 1821-1845' is a meticulous biographical study that explores the formative years of one of France’s most influential literary figures, Gustave Flaubert. Written by Lewis Piaget Shanks, this work delves into the early life of the master of realism, tracing his intellectual and emotional development from his birth in Rouen to the pivotal year of 1845. The narrative captures the environment and experiences that shaped Flaubert’s unique literary voice and the foundations of his later masterpieces, such as 'Madame Bovary.'By examining Flaubert’s early correspondence, familial relationships, and academic pursuits, Shanks provides a detailed portrait of a budding writer struggling with the tensions between romanticism and the burgeoning realist movement. Readers gain insight into the social and cultural landscape of nineteenth-century France that influenced Flaubert’s perspective on society and art. This scholarly yet accessible account is an essential resource for those interested in the history of French literature and the evolution of the modern novel. Through this exploration of Flaubert’s youth, the book illuminates the foundations of a career that would ultimately transform the world of letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.