Complete Original Short Stories of Guy De Maupassant by Guy de Maupassant
Always visible content "Complete Original Short Stories of Guy de Maupassant" by Guy de Maupassant is a comprehensive collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. The anthology features the author's sharp observations of human nature, social struggles, and moral dilemmas, often illuminating the tensions between various classes and the impact of war on civilian life. At the start of the collection, there is an introduction to Maupassant's life and his literary Hidden checkbox to control the toggle Clickable label to show more The extra text that is initially hidden Clickable label to show less beginnings, highlighting his rapid rise to fame and the influences that shaped his writing style. The opening story, "Boule de Suif," sets the stage for a tense scenario during the Franco-Prussian War, focusing on a group of travelers caught in a snowstorm and their moral quandaries regarding the titular character, a voluptuous prostitute. The narrative delves into the dynamics of class, respectability, and sacrifice, showcasing Maupassant's ability to blend social criticism with compelling storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Chapters (14)
- Chapter 1 Ch.1
- 1. Report the death at the mayor's office. 2. See the doctor who had Ch.2
- 7. Go to the lawyer. 8. Telegraph the news to all the family. Ch.3
- PART I Ch.4
- PART II Ch.5
- PART III Ch.6
- PART IV Ch.7
- PART V Ch.8
- episode or other occurs in the neighborhood, the disreputable story dies Ch.9
- PART II Ch.10