The Temptation of Saint Anthony

Gustave Flaubert's "The Temptation of Saint Anthony" is a profound exploration of the inner struggles of faith, desire, and doubt, encapsulated in a dramatic narrative style that is rich with poetic language and vivid imagery. Written between 1849 and 1856, this work reflects the author’s critical engagement with Romanticism and his interest in psychological realism. Through the character of Saint...