Sartre & Flaubert

Sartre & Flaubert by Hazel Estella Barnes, published by University of Chicago Press in 1981, offers a critical analysis of Jean-Paul Sartre’s three-volume biography of Gustave Flaubert. This first edition, comprising 449 pages, examines the intricate relationship between biography and autobiography, as well as the philosophical dimensions of Sartre’s work. The book delves into how Sartre’s portrayal of Flaubert intertwines with his own life and philosophical inquiries.

Readers will find a thorough exploration of the complexities inherent in Sartre’s narrative, as Barnes investigates the extent to which Sartre’s biography serves as an autobiography, a novel, and a philosophical treatise. The analysis engages with themes of identity and the nature of literary representation, providing insights into both Sartre’s and Flaubert’s contributions to philosophy. This edition is presented in English and weighs approximately 1.18 pounds, making it a substantial addition to any philosophical library.