Best Short Stories

Best Short Stories

Author: Guy de Maupassant

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1996-03-27

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 0486289184

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New edition features 7 of the most popular tales of one of the greatest of all short-story writers. Included are "La Parure," "Mademoiselle Fifi," "La Maison Tellier," "La Ficelle," "Miss Harriet," "Boule de Suif" and "Le Horla," all reflecting Maupassant's intimate familiarity with Paris and the universality of his creations.


The Trip of Le Horla

The Trip of Le Horla

Author: Guy De Maupassant

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-08-06

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13:

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Delve into the intellectual debates and cultural implications of language in Guy de Maupassant’s The Question of Latin, a narrative that offers a thoughtful and engaging examination of Latin’s role in education and societal values. In The Trip of Le Horla, Guy de Maupassant continues the exploration of the mysterious and supernatural, following the protagonist on a journey that intertwines with the enigmatic entity known as Le Horla. The narrative delves into themes of fear, the unknown, and the impact of supernatural forces on the human psyche. Maupassant’s atmospheric and suspenseful storytelling enhances the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of the tale.


The Piece Of String

The Piece Of String

Author: Guy de Maupassant

Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof

Published: 2021-11-11

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 8726667223

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Maitre Hauchecome spots a piece of string on the ground during his walk into town. As he bends down to pick it up, he could never have imagined the chaos that would soon ensue. His arch-nemesis Maitre Malandain is laying in wait. Hauchecome has walked straight into a trap intended to demolish his reputation in one blow. "The Piece of String" is an atmospheric revenge tale that portrays human nature, human cruelty, and malice that knows no limits. Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) was a French writer. Famed for being a master of the short story, he also wrote travel books and occasionally dabbled in poetry. His stories mainly focus on the relationships between men and women sitting at crossroads in their lives - whether personal or professional. His dramatic flair is largely influenced by French novelist Gustave Flaubert and is perfect for fans of Anton Chekhov's short stories. The most notable of the 300 short stories that he wrote include 'Bel Ami', 'Une Vie', and 'The Dumpling'.


Complete Short Stories of Maupassant

Complete Short Stories of Maupassant

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Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2014-11-14

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781503221970

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Henri Ren� Albert Guy de Maupassant (1850 - 1893) was a popular French writer, considered one of the fathers of the modern short story and one of the form's finest exponents. His stories are characterized by economy of style and efficient, effortless outcomes. Many are set during the Franco-Prussian War of the 1870s, describing the futility of war and the innocent civilians who, caught up in events beyond their control, are permanently changed by their experiences. He wrote more than 300 short stories, six novels, three travel books, and one volume of verse. His first published story, "Boule de Suif" ("Ball of Fat", 1880), is often considered his masterpiece.


An Uncomfortable Bed

An Uncomfortable Bed

Author: Guy De Maupassant

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 101-01-01

Total Pages: 6

ISBN-13:

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Experience the suspenseful and darkly humorous narrative of Guy De Maupassant's "An Uncomfortable Bed." This short story follows the unsettling and eerie events that unfold when a man encounters a mysteriously uncomfortable bed. De Maupassant masterfully weaves themes of paranoia, discomfort, and psychological tension into the narrative. De Maupassant excels at creating a chilling atmosphere, blending humor with an underlying sense of dread. His storytelling offers a gripping exploration of how a seemingly ordinary object can become the source of profound unease. "An Uncomfortable Bed" is a captivating and eerie story, ideal for readers who enjoy dark humor and psychological suspense in the masterful prose of one of France's greatest literary figures. -


Guy de Maupassant's Tales of the Beggar - a Collection of Short Stories

Guy de Maupassant's Tales of the Beggar - a Collection of Short Stories

Author: Guy de Maupassant

Publisher: Baker Press

Published: 2012-11

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9781447468400

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These early works by Guy de Maupassant were originally published in the 1880's. As a collection of short stories, this represents Maupassant's tales of beggars, and includes 'A Vagabond', 'My Uncle Jules', 'The Beggar', and 'The Blind Man'. Guy de Maupassant was born in 1850 at the Chateau de Miromesnil, near Dieppe, France. He came from a prosperous family, but when Maupassant was eleven, his mother risked social disgrace by trying to secure a legal separation from her husband. After the split, Maupassant lived with his mother till he was thirteen, and inherited her love of classical literature. In 1880, Maupassant published his first - and, according to many, his best - short story, entitled 'Boule de Suif' ('Ball of Fat'). It was an instant success. He went on to be extremely prolific during the 1880s, working methodically to produce up to four volumes of short fiction every year. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions."