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Three Tales
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025456416
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 190
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Three Tales represents a masterful culmination of Gustave Flaubert's literary prowess, offering three distinct narratives that showcase the author's stylistic range and thematic depth. In the first story, A Simple Heart, Flaubert presents a poignant and meticulously detailed portrait of Felicite, a devoted servant whose life is defined by quiet dignity and profound loss. The collection then shifts toward the hagiographic with The Legend of Saint Julian the Hospitaller, a medieval-inspired tale of violence, redemption, and mystical transformation. Finally, Herodias transports the reader to the ancient world, providing a vivid and sensuous reimagining of the events leading to the execution of John the Baptist.
Each tale in this collection is a testament to Flaubert's commitment to realism and his unparalleled ability to evoke specific atmospheres-from the damp countryside of Normandy to the ascetic deserts of Judea. Through these works, Flaubert explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and the human condition with the same precision and irony found in his longer novels. Three Tales remains an essential volume for readers of classic literature, offering a concise yet powerful glimpse into the craft of one of the nineteenth century's most influential writers.
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