Sentimental Education (Oxford World’s Classics)

Description

“Sentimental Education,” part of the esteemed Oxford World’s Classics series, is a seminal work of 19th-century French literature by Gustave Flaubert. This novel, expertly translated and annotated by renowned scholars, explores themes of love, ambition, and societal change during the tumultuous period of the 1848 Revolution in France. Through the eyes of the idealistic protagonist, Frédéric Moreau, Flaubert masterfully critiques the bourgeois society and the complexities of human emotion. This edition provides insightful commentary and context, enriching the reader’s understanding of Flaubert’s intricate narrative and enduring literary significance.