Flaubert: A Biography
Frederick Brown
In this riveting landmark biography, Brown illuminates the life and career of the author of "Madame Bovary," shedding light on not only the novelist but also his milieu--the Paris and Normandy of the revolution of 1848 and of the Second Empire.
Award History
0 wins · 1 total
| Award | Year | Result | Category / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Book Critics Circle Award for BiographyMajor | 2006 | Finalist | Secondary source |
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01 Central figures
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- Flaubert60%
02 Central places
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- Paris45%
- Normandy40%
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