| Author |
Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880 |
| Title |
A Simple Soul
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Tales_(Flaubert)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Dagny, John Bickers and David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Simple Soul" by Gustave Flaubert is a novella written during the 19th century, specifically in the mid to late 1800s. This literary work falls into the category of fiction but is characterized as a short story that explores themes of devotion, simplicity, and the quiet struggles of a servant named Félicité. The story portrays the ordinary life of Félicité, who serves as a maid for Madame Aubain, reflecting Flaubert's keen observations on the nature of human relationships and social class. The narrative centers on Félicité, a humble and devoted servant who endures a life filled with personal sacrifices and heartaches. The plot unfolds as Félicité navigates through her life's challenges, including a lost romance, the care of the two children of Madame Aubain, and her bond with a parrot named Loulou, which becomes a symbol of her affection and devotion. As the years pass, Félicité experiences the loss of loved ones and the struggles of her master, Madame Aubain, ultimately leading her to live a life steeped in reverence and devotion to her deceased mistress. The story culminates in a poignant exploration of life, love, and the idea of simple faith as Félicité's life fades away, leaving the reader to contemplate the value of her unwavering spirit amidst the apparent triviality of her existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1253 |
| Release Date |
Feb 19, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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