One way that Flaubert asserts Realist values in Madame Bovary is through Charles Bovary's character. ... Flaubert's use of details in Madame Bovary is consistent with the characteristics of Realism. In addition, Flaubert shows Realist values in Madame Bovary through his style of writing. ... Flaubert uses themes such as corruption and prostitution in Madame Bovary. ... In Madame Bovary, Flaubert opposes Romantic values in many different ways. ...

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In this case, both authors foretell the downfall of the main female character in each work: Emma Bovary in Madame Bovary and Hedda Tesman in "Hedda Gabler."" ... In Madame Bovary, he hints at the downfall and death of Emma through figurative language. ... Flaubert, characterizing Emma Bovary by her behavior, effectively implies her destruction. ... This is true for Madame Bovary. ... The cultural setting is important to note here. ...

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Both of these distinguishing factors in writing form are found in his novel Madame Bovary. Madame Bovary is one of the most influential works in modern literature due to the novels tendency to captivate a readers attention, widening the potential for imagination in reading this novel. The protagonist, Emma Bovary is a naive romantic, constantly searching for someone in her life to provide her what she has limited herself to believe is an ideal love life and lifestyle. ...

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