Original Short Stories — Volume 08 by Guy de Maupassant
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"Original Short Stories — Volume 08" by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of short stories compiled in the late 19th century. This volume includes a variety of narratives that delve into themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, showcasing Maupassant's rich storytelling abilities. The opening stories unfold vivid characters and poignant moments, such as the bittersweet reminiscences of a childhood friendship and the delicate interplay of love and
societal norms. The beginning of the volume introduces several characters, starting with a nostalgic narrative centered around an old seamstress named Mother Clochette, who profoundly impacts a young narrator's life with her stories and warmth. This memory transitions to a distressing moment of loss as the narrator discovers her lifeless body, setting a melancholic tone. Following this, a series of tales like "The Kiss" and "The Legion of Honor" explore personal relationships and societal pretensions, revealing the intricacies of human emotions and desires. Overall, the opening portion establishes an engaging blend of emotional depth and social commentary, reflecting Maupassant's mastery in capturing the essence of human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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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 08 |
| Contents | Clochette -- The kiss -- The legion of honor -- The test -- Found on a drowned man-- The orphan -- The beggar -- The rabbit -- His avenger -- My uncle Jules -- The model -- A vagabond -- The fishing hole -- The spasm -- In the wood -- Martine -- All over -- The parrot -- A piece of string. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| 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. | 3084 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 667 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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