Maupassant, Guy de

Selected Stories (Everyman's Library CLASSICS)

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ISBN 13:: 9781841594002
author:: Maupassant, Guy de
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Everyman's Library
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 408
Dimensions:: 21.1 x 13.6 x 2.6 centimeters (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Guy de Maupassant's Selected Stories offers a profound exploration of the human experience. Spanning over 300 stories written during his most productive decade, this collection delves into themes of love, lust, revenge, and ridicule, as well as terror and madness. With settings ranging from Normandy to North Africa and India, Maupassant masterfully evokes an entire world in a few pages. The tales within this selection showcase the author's remarkable range and ability to craft compelling narratives that have endured for generations. Accomplished translations by Marjorie Laurie ensure that these stories remain accessible and engaging for readers today. This collection provides a unique insight into Maupassant's literary vision, offering a wealth of psychological realism and nuanced storytelling.

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