The Dictionary Of Accepted Ideas by Gustave Flaubert
This satirical work offers a witty and incisive critique of the clichés and platitudes prevalent in 19th-century French society. Through a collection of alphabetically arranged entries, it humorously exposes the absurdity and banality of commonly accepted ideas, revealing the superficiality of conventional wisdom. Each entry is a sharp commentary on the mindless repetition of societal norms, encouraging readers to question the validity of widely held beliefs and to reflect on the nature of conformity and intellectual laziness.
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- Published
- 1913
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- French
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