Mont-Oriol by Guy de Maupassant

Name: Mont-Oriol
Author: Guy de Maupassant

The story revolves around a young man who returns to his family's estate after years abroad and becomes infatuated with a woman he meets there. His obsession with her leads him to make reckless decisions that ultimately result in tragic consequences. The narrative explores themes of love, class, and the destructive nature of unchecked desire.

By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1885 · Genre: Realism, Romance, Satire · 14 chapters · 109,208 words

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The first bathers, the early risers, who had already been at the water, were walking slowly, in pairs or alone, under the huge trees along the stream which rushes down the gorges of Enval.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Guy de Maupassant
Date: 1885 CE
Language: English
Genres: Realism, Romance, Satire, Psychological Fiction
Length: 109,208 words
Structure: 14 chapters, 2,049 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Realism — The novel explores the intricacies of human relationships and societal norms with a focus on detailed character development and realistic settings.
Romance — Central to the plot is a romantic entanglement that drives the narrative and explores themes of love and desire.
Satire — The story critiques and satirizes the bourgeois society and its values, highlighting the absurdities and hypocrisies of the time.
Psychological Fiction — The novel delves into the psychological motivations and inner lives of its characters, offering insight into their thoughts and emotions.