In Port by Guy De Maupassant (1880)
The story revolves around a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years. She is met with suspicion and hostility by the townspeople due to rumors about her past behavior. The protagonist's attempts to reintegrate into society are thwarted by the gossip and prejudices of those around her, leading to a tragic confrontation.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1880 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Realism, Drama · 2 chapters · 3,497 words
First lines
Having left Havre on May 3, 1882, for a voyage in Chinese waters, the three-masted sailing-ship Notre-Dame-des-Vents re-entered Marseilles harbour on August 8, 1886, after a four years' voyage. She had discharged her original cargo in the Chinese port to which she had been chartered, and had there and then picked up a new freight for Buenos Aires, and from thence had shipped cargo for Brazil.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1880 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Realism, Drama, Adventure, Romance
- Length: 3,497 words
- Structure: 2 chapters, 141 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of identity, familial relationships, and the human condition through rich character development and nuanced prose.
- Realism — The narrative presents a realistic portrayal of sailors' lives, societal issues, and the gritty realities of urban life.
- Drama — The emotional intensity and interpersonal conflicts drive the plot, focusing on personal struggles and revelations.
- Adventure — The backdrop of maritime voyages and the adventures at sea contribute to the adventurous spirit of the narrative.
Tags
French Literature · Realism · Short Story · Maritime Fiction · Psychological Insight · Social Commentary · Class Conflict · Isolation · Loneliness · Despair · Existential Crisis · Human Nature