Friend Patience by Guy De Maupassant
The novel revolves around a young woman who marries an older man for financial security and stability. She struggles with her feelings of emptiness and disconnection from her husband, leading to a series of events that expose the societal pressures and expectations placed on women during this time period. The story explores themes of love, marriage, and the constraints imposed by societal norms.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1884 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Realism, Psychological Fiction · 2,384 words
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First lines
"Do you know what ever became of Leremy?"
"He is captain in the Sixth Dragoons."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Realism, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary, Short Story
- Length: 2,384 words
- Structure: 1 section, 81 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of nostalgia, identity, and the passage of time, characteristic of literary fiction.
- Realism — The narrative presents a realistic portrayal of social interactions and personal reflections, typical of the realism genre.
- Psychological Fiction — The focus on the protagonist's internal thoughts and feelings reflects psychological depth and character exploration.
- Social Commentary — The text critiques societal norms and the changes in personal relationships over time, indicative of social commentary.
Tags
Psychological Fiction · Realism · French Literature · 19th Century Novel · Social Commentary · Marriage · Relationships · Patience as a Virtue · Friendship · Love Triangle · Jealousy · Betrayal