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Madame Bovary: A Deep Dive into Desires and Discontent

By Gustave Flaubert

About this audiobook

Emma Bovary's desperate search for passion ignites a spiral of choices that challenge the very fabric of her provincial life. In this timeless classic, Gustave Flaubert offers a gripping exploration of desire, disillusionment, and the constraints of society. From her mundane marriage to Charles Bovary, a well-meaning but dull country doctor, Emma dreams of a life filled with romance and luxury. Yet, as she embarks on a series of affairs, the thrill of her pursuits clashes with the harsh realities of her choices. Delve into the complexities of Emma's character as she navigates the suffocating expectations of 19th-century French society. Flaubert's sharp observations reveal the stark contrasts between aspiration and reality, exposing the universal themes of longing and betrayal. This audiobook, translated by Eleanor Marx-Aveling, brings a fresh perspective to a narrative that remains achingly relevant today. Listeners will find themselves captivated by Emma's internal struggles and the societal pressures that drive her actions. As her dreams unravel, the consequences of her quest for fulfillment unfold in unexpected ways. Join Emma on this poignant journey that challenges the boundaries of love, ambition, and the price of desire. Discover why Madame Bovary continues to resonate, inviting reflection on the age-old question: What happens when our fantasies collide with reality?
  • 36 Chapters
  • 12 hr 26 min Total runtime
  • English Language
  • Books, Fiction, Drama Genres
  • 19 Jul 2026 Published

Chapters

36 in order

  1. Trailer

    0:51
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  2. Part I - Chapter 1

    21:47
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  3. Part I - Chapter 2

    18:36
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  4. Part I - Chapter 3

    12:49
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  5. Part I - Chapter 4

    12:34
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  6. Part I - Chapter 5

    7:38
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  7. Part I - Chapter 6

    12:06
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  8. Part I - Chapter 7

    14:29
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  9. Part I - Chapter 8

    23:13
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  10. Part I - Chapter 9

    26:26
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  11. Part II - Chapter 1

    21:13
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  12. Part II - Chapter 2

    14:20
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  13. Part II - Chapter 3

    25:20
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  14. Part II - Chapter 4

    8:54
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  15. Part II - Chapter 5

    19:50
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  16. Part II - Chapter 6

    26:22
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  17. Part II - Chapter 7

    18:57
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  18. Part II - Chapter 8

    50:13
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  19. Part II - Chapter 9

    21:49
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  20. Part II - Chapter 10

    18:18
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  21. Part II - Chapter 11

    27:54
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  22. Part II - Chapter 12

    29:45
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  23. Part II - Chapter 13

    21:57
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  24. Part II - Chapter 14

    23:13
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  25. Part II - Chapter 15

    19:36
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  26. Part III - Chapter 1

    32:15
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  27. Part III - Chapter 2

    20:14
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  28. Part III - Chapter 3

    4:38
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  29. Part III - Chapter 4

    6:18
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  30. Part III - Chapter 5

    34:43
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  31. Part III - Chapter 6

    35:42
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  32. Part III - Chapter 7

    27:21
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  33. Part III - Chapter 8

    37:26
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  34. Part III - Chapter 9

    17:13
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  35. Part III - Chapter 10

    12:33
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  36. Part III - Chapter 11

    19:52
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