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A surprisingly difficult read, but quite rewarding in itself.

I don't think it has aged very well at all. It suffers from the same problem that most 19th century texts do: it reads like a soap opera. However, whilst Flaubert isn't on Austen's level by any means, we are given some kind of insight into the workings of 19th century France. Especially with regard to the importance of relationships and the workings of affairs.

The overall message, that over-consumption leads to evil is something that I think is important to keep in mind, even to this day. The message itself isn't anything ground-breaking, but the

>> No.6551447

>>6551436

> whilst Flaubert isn't on Austen's level by any means

Hoho you motherfucker! Good bait to draw a quick stab of rage, but too obvious.

>> No.6551450

>>6551436
sorry opie, but it was a snoozefest.

>> No.6551479

>>6551436
>I don't think it has aged very well at all. It suffers from the same problem that most 19th century texts do: it reads like a soap opera.

I had to check this wasn't a repost, did you not notice the vicious critique of bourgeois values?

>> No.6552248

>>6551436
This book is so long.
Just like book from Victor Hugo, it takes me MONTH to read them.
But good, after all.

If you want similar book:
-Bel Ami of Guy de Maupassant (no idea what is the title of the book in english "Handsome Friend" I suppose)

>> No.6552274

>>6551447
I think he meant not on her level of boring and obnoxious.

On the other hand I didn't like the book at all, it's one of the most boring books I've ever read (and I've read a lot of 19th century realism).
But than again it's about a woman so it is to be expected.

>> No.6552332

>>6551436
What are the odds? My thesis adviser recommended I use this book in my paper. Would love to hear some more discussion or thoughts from anyone who has read it.

>> No.6552389

>>6552332
The odds are good as this is one of the most famous novels of all time