Description
Three Tales
Book Summary
Published in 1877, Gustave Flaubert's Three Tales represents the culmination of his narrative mastery. This work brings together three masterful stories that explore human nature, faith, and destiny. The reader will find exquisite prose and a narrative precision that earned Flaubert the unanimous acclaim of his contemporaries. An essential classic for those seeking literary perfection in a short format.
What is it about?
This collection gathers three independent narratives that showcase Flaubert's versatility. "A Simple Heart" recounts the life of Félicité, a devoted servant who gives her affection to those around her. "The Legend of St. Julian the Hospitaler" recreates the life of a medieval saint tormented by his destiny. "Herodias" transports the reader to first-century Judea to tell the biblical episode of Salome and John the Baptist. Each story explores passion, devotion, and the search for meaning from different perspectives.
Main themes
- Devotion and sacrifice in their multiple forms
- Destiny and predestination in human life
- Faith and its manifestations in different historical contexts
- Precision of detail as a narrative tool
- The human condition when faced with the transcendent
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in 19th-century French classical literature, those who appreciate the short story as a literary genre, and those who wish to delve into Flaubert's work beyond Madame Bovary. It is also ideal for literature students and anyone who enjoys short stories that are deeply crafted in both form and content.
What this book offers
- Three examples of Flaubert's most refined narrative style, considered a high point of his career
- A panoramic view of the author's ability to tackle different registers: realism, medieval legend, and historical narrative
- The opportunity to discover a work that gained almost unanimous recognition from the author's critics and peers
- A pocket-sized format ideal for reading and reference
Technical specifications
- Author: FLAUBERT, GUSTAVE
- Publisher: ETERNA CADENCIA EDITORA SRL, CUIT
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: CLASSIC FICTION, SHORT STORIES
- Collection: RELATOS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2018
- Number of pages: 256
- Weight: 340 g
Editorial review
This edition of Three Tales offers the reader one of Flaubert's most celebrated works, the one that earned him the recognition of his contemporaries. The selection of stories allows one to appreciate the author's evolution toward a more restrained and precise style, without sacrificing the psychological depth that characterizes his work. For those already familiar with Madame Bovary, this volume represents an opportunity to explore another facet of the French genius; for new readers, it constitutes an accessible and representative gateway into his literary universe.