Hautot and his Son

Name: Hautot and his Son
Author: Guy De Maupassant

The story revolves around a wealthy merchant who has a son with a similar name. The father's business is failing and he sees his son as a means to secure his financial future. He arranges for the son to marry a woman of good social standing, but the son is unhappy in the marriage and feels trapped by his family obligations.

By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1881 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Drama, Tragedy · 3 chapters · 5,430 words

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In front of the building, half farmhouse, half manor house -- one of those semi-feudal country dwellings of mixed character now occupied by wealthy farmers -- the dogs chained to the apple trees in the courtyard were barking and howling at the sight of the bags carried by the gamekeepers, and at the mischievous boys. In the large dining room-kitchen, Hautot and his son, M. Bermont the tax-collector, and M. Mondarn the notary, were having a bite and a mouthful of wine before they went out shooting, for it was the first day of the season.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Guy De Maupassant
Date: 1881 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Drama, Tragedy, Realism, Coming-of-Age
Length: 5,430 words
Structure: 3 chapters, 166 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of family dynamics, loss, and societal expectations through rich character development and nuanced prose.
Drama — The narrative centers on intense emotional situations, particularly the father's injury and the son's subsequent responsibilities, creating a dramatic tension.
Tragedy — The story involves tragic elements, including the father's death and the son's emotional turmoil, highlighting the inevitability of loss.
Realism — The depiction of rural life, social class, and the characters' everyday experiences reflects a realistic portrayal of society.