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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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,...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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“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....

by Guy de Maupassant

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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....

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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,...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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,...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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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...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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