Original Short Stories — Volume 11 By: Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) |
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Original Short Stories — Volume 11 by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of captivating short stories that showcase the author's mastery of the genre. Each story is unique in its own way, with vivid characters and thought-provoking themes.
Maupassant's writing style is simple yet powerful, drawing the reader in from the very first page and keeping them engaged until the very end. The stories in this volume cover a wide range of topics, from love and betrayal to greed and revenge, making for a diverse and satisfying reading experience.
One of the standout features of Maupassant's writing is his ability to create richly layered characters that feel incredibly real and relatable. Whether it's a young woman struggling with her emotions or a jaded soldier haunted by his past, the characters in these stories come to life on the page, leaving a lasting impact on the reader.
Overall, Original Short Stories — Volume 11 is a must-read for fans of classic literature and short fiction. Guy de Maupassant's storytelling prowess is on full display in this collection, making it a truly unforgettable read. By Guy De Maupassant Translated by: ALBERT M. C. McMASTER, B.A. A. E. HENDERSON, B.A. MME. QUESADA and Others VOLUME XI. THE UMBRELLA BELHOMME'S BEAST DISCOVERY THE ACCURSED BREAD THE DOWRY THE DIARY OF A MAD MAN THE MASK THE PENGUINS ROCK A FAMILY SUICIDES AN ARTIFICE DREAMS SIMON'S PAPA THE UMBRELLA Mme. Oreille was a very economical woman; she knew the value of a centime, and possessed a whole storehouse of strict principles with regard to the multiplication of money, so that her cook found the greatest difficulty in making what the servants call their market penny, and her husband was hardly allowed any pocket money at all. They were, however, very comfortably off, and had no children; but it really pained Mme. Oreille to see any money spent; it was like tearing at her heartstrings when she had to take any of those nice crown pieces out of her pocket; and whenever she had to spend anything, no matter how necessary it might be, she slept badly the next night. Oreille was continually saying to his wife: "You really might be more liberal, as we have no children, and never spend our income." "You don't know what may happen," she used to reply... Continue reading book >>
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