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A Mother of Monsters

"A Mother of Monsters" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of maternal love, obsession, and the darker sides of human nature. The narrative revolves around...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Father’s Confession

"A Father's Confession" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores the themes of guilt, parental responsibility, and the complexity of human emotions. The...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Magnetism

"Magnetism" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of obsession, mental influence, and the complexities of human emotions. The narrative centers around a young...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Englishman of Etretat

"The Englishman of Etretat" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, jealousy, and social dynamics through the lens of a picturesque coastal village in...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Widow

"A Widow" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of grief, love, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the emotional...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Boitelle

"Boitelle" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant, exploring themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the character...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Little Cask

"The Little Cask" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of desire, regret, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative revolves around...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Old Judas

"Old Judas" by Guy de Maupassant is a short story that explores themes of betrayal, morality, and social hypocrisy. The narrative unfolds around the character of a once-wealthy...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Simon's Papa

"Simon's Papa" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of parental love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. It narrates the story of...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Dreams

"Dreams" is a collection of short stories by Guy de Maupassant, exploring the realms of imagination, desire, and the subconscious. Through vivid narratives and rich characters,...

by Guy de Maupassant

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An Artifice

"An Artifice" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of deception, love, and societal expectations. The narrative revolves around a complex romantic encounter...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Suicides

"Suicides" is a collection of short stories by French author Guy de Maupassant, known for his keen psychological insights and masterful storytelling. In these tales, Maupassant...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Family

"A Family" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores the complexities of familial relationships and the often hidden tensions within them. The narrative centers...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Penguins' Rock

"The Penguins' Rock" by Guy de Maupassant is a short story that explores themes of nature, isolation, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of a...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Mask

"The Mask" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of identity, deception, and the duality of human nature. The narrative follows a woman who, upon attending a...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Diary of a Madman

"The Diary of a Madman" by Guy de Maupassant is a darkly humorous and poignant exploration of madness and societal norms. Presented as a series of journal entries, the story...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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The Dowry

"The Dowry" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and societal expectations. The narrative follows the relationship between a...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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The Accursed Bread

"The Accursed Bread" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of hunger, desperation, and the supernatural. The narrative follows a baker whose bread is...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Discovery

"Discovery" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of human curiosity, the complexities of relationships, and the revelations that come from unexpected...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Belhomme's Beast

"Belhomme's Beast" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of human nature and the primal instincts hidden within. The narrative follows the character of...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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The Umbrella

"The Umbrella" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of chance, desire, and social commentary. The narrative follows a man who, during a rainstorm, encounters...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Father Matthew

"Father Matthew" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of faith, morality, and the complexities of familial relationships. The narrative follows the character...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Normandy Joke

"A Normandy Joke" by Guy de Maupassant is a humorous short story that captures the wit and charm of Normandy’s rural life. Set in a picturesque village, the narrative revolves...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Pierrot

"Pierrot" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, obsession, and the complexities of human emotions. The narrative revolves around a young man, a...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Lasting Love

"Lasting Love" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant exploration of romantic relationships and the complexities of love. The novella follows the intertwined lives of its characters...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Saint Anthony

"Saint Anthony" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, longing, and the human condition through the story of a man named Anthony. Set in the picturesque...

by Guy de Maupassant

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That Pig of a Morin

"That Pig of a Morin" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of jealousy, social status, and human folly. The narrative follows the protagonist, who becomes...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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The Son

"The Son" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of familial duty, sacrifice, and the complexities of parental relationships. The narrative centers...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Minuet

"Minuet," a short story by Guy de Maupassant, captures a fleeting moment of romance and nostalgia set against the backdrop of a bustling Parisian café. The narrative revolves...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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At Sea

"At Sea" by Guy de Maupassant is a novella that explores the turbulent emotions and complexities of human relationships through the lens of a journey at sea. The story follows a...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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Walter Schnaffs' Adventure

"Walter Schnaffs' Adventure" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that follows the misadventures of Walter Schnaffs, a bumbling and cowardly French soldier during the...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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The Will

"The Will" by Guy de Maupassant is a thought-provoking novella that explores themes of greed, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers around a...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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