Geoffrey Wall is a distinguished literary biographer and translator, with a particular focus on French authors like Flaubert and George Sand. His work is characterized by a profound engagement with their lives and writings, exploring themes, style, and literary legacy. Wall's interest in oral history further enriches his contribution, connecting past and present to illuminate the creative processes of significant literary figures.
Flaubert's novel scandalized its readers when it was first published in 1857, and it remains unsurpassed in its unveiling of character and society. In this new translation, Margaret Mauldon captures the tone that makes Flaubert's style so distinct and admired.