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The Father

"The Father" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores the themes of paternal sacrifice, love, and the complexities of familial relationships. The narrative...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Useless Beauty

"Useless Beauty" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of obsession, illusion, and the complexities of love. The story follows the passionate affair between a...

by Guy de Maupassant

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That Costly Ride

"That Costly Ride" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of desire, deception, and the fleeting nature of fortune. The narrative follows a wealthy man who,...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Inn

"The Inn" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of human nature, desire, and the complexities of relationships in a rustic setting. The narrative unfolds at a...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Wolf

"The Wolf" is a short story by French writer Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of nature, instinct, and the primal aspects of human behavior. The narrative follows the...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Farewell!

"Farewell!" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, longing, and societal expectations. The narrative centers around a bittersweet farewell...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Trip of le Horla

"The Trip of le Horla" by Guy de Maupassant is a short story that explores themes of existential dread, madness, and the supernatural. Narrated from the perspective of a man...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Marquis de Fumerol

"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...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Diamond Necklace

"The Diamond Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of vanity, pride, and the pursuit of wealth. It follows Mathilde Loisel, a beautiful but...

by Guy de Maupassant

 9 Views
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The Wrong House

"The Wrong House" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of mistaken identity and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows a man who,...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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Theodule Sabot's Confession

"Theodole Sabot's Confession" is a novella by Guy de Maupassant that delves into the complexities of guilt, morality, and the human condition. The story is presented as a...

by Guy de Maupassant

 6 Views
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The Wreck

"The Wreck," a short story by Guy de Maupassant, explores themes of isolation, despair, and the fragility of human life. Set against the backdrop of a shipwreck, the narrative...

by Guy de Maupassant

 5 Views
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The Story of a Farm Girl

"The Story of a Farm Girl" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores the life of a young farm girl, reflecting on her experiences, dreams, and the harsh...

by Guy de Maupassant

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The Gamekeeper

"The Gamekeeper" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the French countryside,...

by Guy de Maupassant

 5 Views
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The Moribund

"The Moribund" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of mortality, the passage of time, and the human condition. The narrative centers around the...

by Guy de Maupassant

 7 Views
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The Witch

"The Witch" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a haunting novella that explores the themes of love, obsession, and the supernatural. Set in a small Russian village, the story follows the...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 8 Views
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The Outrage

"The Outrage" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant short story that explores the themes of passion, societal norms, and the complexity of human emotions. Set in early 20th-century...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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Captain Ribnikov

"Captain Ribnikov" is a novel by Russian author Aleksandr Kuprin, published in 1913. The story revolves around the experiences of Captain Ribnikov, a dedicated and principled...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 7 Views
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The River of Life

"The River of Life" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant novella that explores themes of love, nature, and the human spirit. Set against the backdrop of the Russian landscape, the...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

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Cain

"Cain" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a novella that delves into the profound themes of existence, morality, and the human condition through the lens of a soldier's psychological turmoil....

by Aleksandr Kuprin

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Tempting Providence

"Tempting Providence" is a poignant short story by Aleksandr Kuprin, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia. The narrative explores themes of love, longing, and the...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 5 Views
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Anathema

"Anathema" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and moral dilemmas set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia. The story revolves around...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 7 Views
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A Clump of Lilacs

"A Clump of Lilacs" is a poignant novella by Russian author Aleksandr Kuprin, exploring themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in a picturesque...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 8 Views
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Dogs' Happiness

"Dogs' Happiness" is a poignant novella by Aleksandr Kuprin that explores the simple yet profound joys of canine life. Through the eyes of a stray dog, the narrative delves into...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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The Elephant

"The Elephant" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant and thought-provoking novella that explores the themes of human emotion, isolation, and the complex relationship between humans...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 7 Views
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The White Poodle

"The White Poodle" is a novella by Russian author Aleksandr Kuprin, known for its captivating narrative and rich character development. The story revolves around a young boy who...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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The Last Word

"The Last Word" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant novella that explores themes of love, loss, and the human experience. Set in the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia, the story...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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Mechanical Justice

"Mechanical Justice" is a thought-provoking novel by Aleksandr Kuprin that explores the intersection of morality, law, and human emotion in a rapidly industrializing society. Set...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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Hamlet

"Hamlet" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a reimagining of Shakespeare's classic tragedy, exploring the psychological depth and moral dilemmas faced by the central character, Prince Hamlet....

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 7 Views
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The Picture

"The Picture" is a poignant short story by Russian author Aleksandr Kuprin that explores themes of art, beauty, and the complex relationships between individuals. The narrative...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 6 Views
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The Idiot

"The Idiot" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant novel that explores the life of its protagonist, a simple and kind-hearted man named the Prince Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin, who returns...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 7 Views
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Easter Day

"Easter Day" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant short story that explores themes of faith, renewal, and the complexities of human emotion. Set against the backdrop of the Orthodox...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

 10 Views
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