Quotes and Images From The Short Stories of Maupassant: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Quotes and Images From The Short Stories of Maupassant is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Maupassant, Guy de (1850–1893).
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"Quotes and Images From The Short Stories of Maupassant" by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of quotations and excerpts sourced from his acclaimed short stories, crafted during the late 19th century. This book serves as a curated glimpse into the themes, characters, and narrative styles that define Maupassant's work, which often explores human emotions, social issues, and the complexities of life. The content primarily consists of selected quotes alongside contextual reflections from various stories in Maupassant's extensive oeuvre, numbering around 180 tales. The text not only highlights poignant observations on love, suffering, and societal norms but also showcases Maupassant's distinctive prose style. Through the quotations, readers encounter characters grappling with existential dilemmas, moral conflicts, and the human condition, all set against richly depicted backdrops of rural and urban France. Thus, the book serves as both an introduction to the author's notable themes and a celebration of his literary artistry.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Quotes and Images From The Short Stories of Maupassant
- Author credits: Maupassant, Guy de (1850–1893)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Maupassant, Guy de, 1850-1893 -- Quotations
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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