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100 1 _aMaupassant, Guy de,
_d1850-1893
245 1 0 _aOriginal Short Stories, Complete, Volumes 1-13 :
_bAn Index to All Stories
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-02-14
508 _aDavid Widger
520 _a"Original Short Stories, Complete, Volumes 1-13" by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. This comprehensive anthology showcases the author's keen insight into human nature and social dynamics, often highlighting themes of love, betrayal, morality, and the darker aspects of life. Maupassant’s work reflects the complexities of the human experience, making it an essential read for those interested in classic literature. The collection spans 188 stories that present a rich tapestry of characters and situations, ranging from poignant tales of unrequited love and tales of societal norms to gripping accounts of betrayal and psychological introspection. Notable stories like "Boule de Suif" capture the resilience of individuals amidst conflict, while "The Diamond Necklace" offers a sharp critique of vanity and social status. Through varied settings and diverse narratives, Maupassant explores the intricacies of interpersonal relationships, often leaving readers with thought-provoking reflections on human behavior and fate. Each story stands alone, yet they collectively paint a vivid picture of the late 19th-century French society that Maupassant masterfully critiques and celebrates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories, French -- Translations into English
653 _aIndexes
700 1 _aWidger, David,
_d1932-2021?
700 1 _aHenderson, A. E.
700 1 _aMcMaster, Albert Cohn
700 1 _aQuesada, Louise Charlotte Garstin
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28076
999 _c68985
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