Davidb's Books Page #47
Here's the list of books submitted by davidb — There are currently 2,424 books total — keep up the great work!
Found on a Drowned Man"Found on a Drowned Man" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of identity, mortality, and the human condition. In the tale, a group of... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Test"The Test" by Guy de Maupassant is a compelling short story that explores themes of love, fidelity, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative revolves around a... | 5 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Legion of Honor"The Legion of Honor" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of ambition, social status, and the often superficial nature of honor. The narrative follows the... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Kiss"The Kiss" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, desire, and social conventions. The narrative follows a young and impressionable woman who becomes... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Clochette"Clochette" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant, exploring themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the life of a... | 10 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Apparition"The Apparition" is a haunting short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of memory, loss, and the supernatural. The narrative centers on a man who, overwhelmed by... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Unknown"The Unknown" is a compelling short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of mystery, existential angst, and the human psyche. The narrative follows an unnamed... | 9 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
My Wife"My Wife" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of marriage. The narrative follows a man who struggles with his... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Denis"Denis" is a compelling novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers around the protagonist,... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Maison Tellier"The Maison Tellier" is a novella by French author Guy de Maupassant, first published in 1881. The story revolves around a well-known brothel in the Normandy town of Étretat, run... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Abandoned"Abandoned" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative unfolds through the... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Friend Patience"Friend Patience," a short story by Guy de Maupassant, explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the interactions... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
A New Year's Gift"A New Year's Gift" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the bittersweet nature of human relationships. Set against the... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Legend of Mont St. Michel"Legend of Mont St. Michel" by Guy de Maupassant is a captivating short story that weaves together elements of history, myth, and the supernatural. Set against the backdrop of the... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
“The Terror”"The Terror" is a novella by the French author Guy de Maupassant, published in 1884. The story explores themes of fear, madness, and the psychological impacts of war and violence.... | 5 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
My Twenty-five Days"My Twenty-Five Days" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that recounts the author's personal experiences during a journey through the vibrant and tumultuous landscapes of France.... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
A Vendetta"A Vendetta" is a poignant short story by French author Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of revenge, honor, and the complexities of human emotions. Set in Corsica, the... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Yvette Samoris"Yvette Samoris," a novella by Guy de Maupassant, explores themes of love, ambition, and societal constraints in 19th-century France. The story centers on the character of Yvette,... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Fascination"Fascination" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of desire, obsession, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows a chance... | 9 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The False Gems"The False Gems" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of deception, wealth, and the nature of love. The narrative follows a middle-class couple, Monsieur and... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Rondoli Sisters"The Rondoli Sisters" is a captivating short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of beauty, desire, and the complexities of social interactions. The narrative revolves... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Julie Romain"Julie Romain" is a lesser-known novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice. The story revolves around Julie Romain,... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Log"The Log" (originally "Le Flot") by Guy de Maupassant is a captivating short story that explores themes of love, passion, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of... | 5 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Alexandre"Alexandre" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the passage of time. It centers on the titular character, Alexandre, who... | 11 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
A Stroll"A Stroll" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that captures the essence of a leisurely walk through the bustling streets of Paris. The narrative follows the reflections of the... | 52 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Cripple"The Cripple" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of physical disability, social alienation, and the complexity of human emotions. The narrative... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
On the River"On the River" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant, which captures the serene and reflective moments experienced during a river journey. The narrative unfolds... | 18 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
A Tress of Hair"A Tress of Hair" by Guy de Maupassant is a captivating short story that explores themes of obsession, desire, and the supernatural. The narrative unfolds as a man becomes... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Hand"The Hand" by Guy de Maupassant is a haunting short story that explores themes of obsession, guilt, and the supernatural. The narrative follows a man who becomes increasingly... | 8 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
Mother and Son"Mother and Son" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores the complex relationship between a mother and her son. Set against the backdrop of societal... | 7 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
The Baroness"The Baroness" by Guy de Maupassant is a short story that explores themes of love, desire, and societal norms through the lens of a romantic encounter. The narrative follows the... | 10 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
My Uncle Sosthenes"My Uncle Sosthenes" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that revolves around the narrator's relationship with his eccentric and wealthy uncle, Sosthenes. The narrative explores... | 6 Views added 1 month ago | Rating |
