1949 Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert

Gustave Flaubert's Madame Bovary is a controversial 19th century novel that follows the tragic marriage of Emma Bovary and her country doctor husband, Charles. Emma, a young woman who dreams of love and luxury, marries Charles to escape her father's farm. However, she soon becomes disillusioned with her provincial life and embarks on reckless affairs to seek passion and excitement. Book is faux leather with 24K gold embossed embellishments on cover and spine. Gilt edging on top pages. Sewn satin ribbon book marker.