Artfulness by Guy De Maupassant
The novel revolves around a young woman who marries an older man for financial security and social status. She struggles with the constraints of her marriage and the societal expectations placed upon her. The story explores themes of love, duty, and the limitations imposed on women during that time period.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1869 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary · 2,533 words
First lines
"Women?
"Well, what then? Women?
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1869 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary, Romantic Fiction, Drama
- Length: 2,533 words
- Structure: 1 section, 64 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex human emotions and relationships, focusing on themes of deception and societal norms.
- Psychological Fiction — It delves into the psychological motivations and manipulations between characters, particularly regarding love and betrayal.
- Social Commentary — The narrative critiques social structures and gender roles, particularly the dynamics between men and women in society.
- Romantic Fiction — The story involves romantic entanglements and the complexities of love, albeit with a cynical twist.
Tags
French Literature · Realism · Psychological Insight · Social Commentary · Philosophical Themes · Existential Crisis · Human Nature · Morality · Ethics · Societal Critique · Artistic Expression · Beauty and Aesthetics