Frau Bovary (Madame Bovary): Emma Bovary, eine der faszinierendsten Frauen der Weltliteratur

Emma, the protagonist, seeks excitement in life after marrying the devoted country doctor, Charles Bovary. However, she quickly grows bored with their mundane existence and longs for something more fulfilling. Concerned for her health, Charles moves them to Yonville, where they befriend the local pharmacist, Homais, and meet Léon, a man with whom Emma feels a deep connection. The novel explores themes of disillusionment and the quest for passion, showcasing Flaubert's mastery of realism and style in capturing the complexities of human desire.