Mademoiselle Fifi by Guy de Maupassant
"Mademoiselle Fifi" by Guy de Maupassant is a novella written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Franco-Prussian War and centers around a group of officers stationed in a Normandy chateau. The titular character, Mademoiselle Fifi—who is actually a young Prussian officer known as Markgraf Wilhelm von Eyrik—becomes a focal point, showcasing themes of military power, class dynamics, and the moral complexities faced by the characters
amidst the chaos of war. The opening of "Mademoiselle Fifi" introduces readers to several Prussian officers in the damp, vast chateau they occupy. As they struggle with boredom during their occupation of France, they decide to arrange for an evening of entertainment by bringing in women from Rouen. The characters, particularly emphasizing Mademoiselle Fifi's need for excitement, exemplify the inner turmoil caused by war—characterized by a mix of arrogance and a desperate longing for diversion. A sudden act of violence stemming from their reckless pursuit of pleasure profoundly alters their evening, leading to unexpected consequences. This initial glimpse sets the stage for exploring human nature under duress, societal hypocrisy, and the shared burden of wartime morality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mademoiselle Fifi |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mademoiselle_Fifi_(short_story) |
| Contents | Mademoiselle Fifi -- Boule de Suif. |
| Credits | Typed by Brett Fishburne Proofed by Reina Hosier and Kestrel |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, French -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4788 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 145 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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