02266cam a22003493u 4500 4777 UtSlPG 20260610133130.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893 Fort comme la mort. English Strong as Death Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-04-13 Produced by Dagny Wilson; David Widger "Strong as Death" by Guy de Maupassant is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character Olivier Bertin, a celebrated painter grappling with artistic insecurity and the complexities of his relationships, particularly with a beautiful countess, Madame de Guilleroy. The book delves into themes of love, desire, and the emotional struggles of artistic life within the context of Parisian society. The opening of the novel introduces us to Bertin, who is in his studio contemplating his creative process amidst an atmosphere heavy with the scent of paint and tobacco. While he attempts to find inspiration for a new work, the arrival of Madame de Guilleroy sparks a familiar interaction, highlighting their longstanding relationship filled with flirtation and underlying tension. Their conversation oscillates between artistic admiration and personal connections, revealing the depth of their bond and the complexities of societal expectations. As Bertin and the countess navigate their emotions and ambitions, hints of love and desire surface, setting the stage for a narrative rich in psychological exploration and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Paris (France) -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Jealousy -- Fiction Painters -- France -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4777 46819 46819