Maupassant, Guy de
Bel-ami (Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140443158
- author:
- Maupassant, Guy de
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1975
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 2 x 19.8 centimetres (0.39
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
George Duroy, known to his friends as Bel-Ami, is a young and ambitious journalist who quickly makes a success of his new career. However, as he navigates the corrupt society around him, he learns to adapt and become a master of manipulation, using his charm and wit to achieve his goals. In this novel, Guy de Maupassant offers a frank and cynical portrayal of life in Paris during the belle epoque, but also conveys a sense of joy and humanity. With its vivid characters and scenes, Bel-Ami is a compelling read that explores the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of social status. Published by Penguin Classics, this revised edition of Bel-Ami is a valuable addition to the Penguin Classics series, which represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines.
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