Flaubert in Egypt
Flaubert in Egypt
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Egypt • 1840s
1996
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Flaubert in Egypt is a travelogue detailing Gustave Flaubert's 1849-1850 journey through Egypt. The text highlights the author's experiences and observations of Egyptian culture, landscapes, and society, showing the impact this voyage had on his later literary works.
Informative
Mysterious
Adventurous
Contemplative
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Review Roundup
Gustave Flaubert's Flaubert in Egypt provides vivid descriptions and insights into Egypt's culture through a European lens. Readers appreciate its rich historical context and Flaubert's detailed observations, though some critique his colonial perspective and personal biases. Overall, the book offers an intriguing blend of travelogue and historical document.
Who Should Read Flaubert in Egypt?
Readers who enjoy Flaubert in Egypt are typically fans of travel literature and historical memoirs. They appreciate vivid narratives and cultural exploration akin to In Patagonia by Bruce Chatwin or A Passage to India by E.M. Forster. Such readers seek insight into 19th-century perspectives and artistic introspection.
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Book • Nonfiction
Egypt • 1840s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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