Gustave Flaubert

Flaubert's enduring legacy is the recognition of his craft. While he won no official prizes, his influence on literature is immeasurable. Madame Bovary is considered one of the greatest novels ever written, and his style has been studied and emulated by countless writers. His meticulous approach to prose and his exploration of realism have earned him a permanent place in the literary canon, with his works translated into dozens of languages and continuously in print.