Marroca by Guy De Maupassant (1887)
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who marries an older man for financial security. She becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and societal expectations, ultimately leading to her downfall. The story explores themes of love, class, and morality in late 19th-century France.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1887 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Realism · 4,163 words
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You ask me, my dear friend, to send you my impressions, and an account of my love affairs in this Africa to which I have so long been attracted. You laughed a great deal beforehand at my dusky sweethearts, as you called them, and you could see me returning to France followed by a tall, ebony-coloured woman, with a yellow silk handkerchief round her head, and wearing voluminous bright-coloured clothes.
No doubt the Moorish dames will have their turn, for I have seen several who made me feel very much inclined to fall in love with them. But by way of making a beginning, I came across something better, and very original.
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Marroca is listed on Textopian as a short story by Guy De Maupassant, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Realism, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 4,163 words
- Structure: 1 section, 66 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of love, desire, and cultural contrasts through rich, descriptive prose.
- Romance — The central plot revolves around a passionate and tumultuous love affair, highlighting sensuality and emotional intensity.
- Realism — The narrative presents a realistic portrayal of life in Algeria, focusing on the characters' experiences and societal norms.
- Adventure — The protagonist's journey to Algeria and his encounters with local culture and people add an adventurous element to the story.
Tags
French Literature · Realism · Psychological Fiction · Short Story Collection · 19th Century · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Human Nature · Philosophical Themes · Existential Crisis · Moral Ambiguity · Cynicism