A Simple Heart, by Gustave Flaubert, is an example of realism. Realism is, broadly speaking, a term that can be applied to the accurate depiction of the everyday life of a place or period. It is a literary movement that developed in the latter half of the 19th century in America, England and France in reaction to the excesses of Romanticism. Realism differs from Romanticism in its emphasis on an objective presentation of details and events rather than a subjective concentration on personal feelings, perceptions and imaginings of various characters. Realists rely heavily on local color, seeking to portray faithfully the customs, speech, dress, and living and working conditions of their chosen locale. Realists also stress characterization as a critical (if not the critical) element of a literary work. Realists reject idealized presentations, imaginative and exotic settings and improbable plot twists of Romanticism. Using examples from the text, explain how Flaubert uses details to tell the story of Felicite in a realistic manner. You must also post a response to at least 1 classmate’s post. Both responses are due no later that 11:59 Wednesday, 3/25. ( 265 words )
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