Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) was a French novelist best known as the author of Madame Bovary.
References
- Flo Bear, the bear author introduced in Sesame Street Season 18, was named in reference to Flaubert (and pronounced identically).
- In Episode 2277 of Sesame Street, Flo Bear is approached by Gladys the Cow to complete her book, Madame Bovine (referencing Madame Bovary). For this episode, she also wears a wig and shawl, according to the script, "in the style of Madame Bovary."
- Benjamina Gunn's pet anteater in Muppet Treasure Island is named Flaubert.