Herodias by Gustave Flaubert

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Author Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880
Title Herodias
Credits Produced by John Bickers and David Widger
Summary "Herodias" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative explores themes of ambition, romance, and intrigue set against the backdrop of ancient Judea. It primarily revolves around the characters of Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee, and his wife Herodias, touching on their tumultuous relationship and the significant influence of St. John the Baptist (Iaokanann) in their lives. The story unfolds in the citadel of Machaerus, focusing on the inner conflicts of Antipas as he grapples with political pressures and personal desires. Herodias, a fiercely ambitious woman, seeks to secure her position and power through manipulation and scheming, ultimately setting her sights on the destruction of John the Baptist, whose prophetic voice threatens their authority. The narrative reaches a dramatic climax during a banquet where, driven by her lust for power and revenge, Herodias’s daughter Salome ultimately demands the beheading of John the Baptist as a reward for her dance. Flaubert's rich prose and complex characterizations illuminate the deadly interplay of desire and politics in a world ruled by ambition and fear. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Salome (Biblical figure) -- Fiction
Subject Herodias -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1291
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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