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L'Éducation sentimentale

L'Éducation sentimentale is a novel by Gustave Flaubert that explores the complex feelings of love, desire, and disillusionment in 19th-century France. Through the character of Frédéric Moreau, it depicts his romantic pursuits, personal ambitions, and the changing social landscape. The story offers a nuanced view of how idealism clashes with reality, highlighting the often bittersweet nature of human relationships and the passage of time. This work examines the ways individuals navigate their passions amid societal and political upheavals, capturing the universal struggle to find meaning and connection in life.