Original Short Stories — Volume 05 by Guy de Maupassant

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Author Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893
Translator Henderson, A. E.
Translator McMaster, Albert Cohn
Translator Quesada, Louise Charlotte Garstin, 1864?-
Title Original Short Stories — Volume 05
Note Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Monsieur Parent -- Queen Hortense -- Timbuctoo -- Tombstones -- Mademoiselle Pearl -- The thief -- Clair de Lune -- Waiter, a "Bock" -- After -- Forgiveness -- In the spring -- A queer night in Paris.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Original Short Stories — Volume 05" by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century, reflecting the intricacies of human relationships and social dynamics in a rapidly changing world. The initial story, "Monsieur Parent," introduces readers to the main character, Monsieur Parent, who navigates the turmoil of his familial life, grappling with infidelity and societal expectations in a tense domestic setting. The stories that follow promise a diverse exploration of themes such as love, betrayal, and existential reflection. At the start of "Monsieur Parent," we are immersed in the life of a man deeply devoted to his son, George, yet increasingly troubled by the emotional distance and infidelity of his wife. The scene unfolds in a park, where George plays innocently as his father reflects on their relationship and the looming presence of his wife's long absences. As the narrative progresses, the tension escalates with the revelation of his wife's affairs, particularly with a man named Limousin, prompting a devastating emotional confrontation for Parent. This opening portion skillfully sets the stage for a drama filled with jealousy, despair, and the longing for paternal connection, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of trust and family loyalty in Maupassant's nuanced storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories, French -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 3081
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Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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