Hérodias: Large Print by Gustave Flaubert

Hérodias: Large Print

Gustave Flaubert

40 pages first pub 1901 (editions)

fiction classics challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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Flaubert takes us back in time with this biblical tale about the beheading of John the Baptist and the circumstances that led to it. It introduces us to Herod I, the King of Judea, Salome who acts under her mother's behest, and John who loses his ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 72 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
dark 66%
informative 66%
reflective 66%
sad 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 25%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.38

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