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"The Marquis de Fumerol" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of vanity, social status, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the backdrop of the French aristocracy, the narrative follows the character of the marquis, whose charm and superficial elegance mask a sense of emptiness and moral decay. Through a series of interactions and observations, Maupassant delves into the contradictions of the social elite, revealing how appearances can be deceiving and the consequences of a life devoted to superficial pursuits. The story is marked by Maupassant's signature wit and keen insight into human nature.

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spoke of that beautiful death after a somewhat troublous life.”

Viscount Roger ceased speaking; his audience was laughing. Then somebody
said: “Bah! That is the story of all conversions in extremis.”
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