Notre Coeur by Guy de Maupassant
The novel revolves around a young woman who returns to her family's estate after being away for several years. She is met with the coldness and disapproval of her mother, who has become increasingly tyrannical since the death of her husband. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the mother's behavior stems from a deep-seated grief and sense of loss. The young woman tries to reconnect with her family, but her efforts are met with resistance and hostility. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. It is a poignant portrayal of the destructive power of unchecked emotions and the devastating consequences of unresolved conflicts.
By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1887 · Genre: Romance, Psychological Fiction, Realism · 13 chapters · 75,141 words
First lines
One day Massival, the celebrated composer of "Rebecca," who for fifteen years, now, had been known as "the young and illustrious master," said to his friend André Mariolle:
"Why is it that you have never secured a presentation to Mme. Michèle de Burne? Take my word for it, she is one of the most interesting women in new Paris."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Guy de Maupassant
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Psychological Fiction, Realism, Drama
- Length: 75,141 words
- Structure: 13 chapters, 1,114 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and romantic relationships.
- Psychological Fiction — Explores the inner thoughts and emotions of the characters.
- Realism — Depicts everyday life and society with a focus on realistic detail.
- Drama — Contains dramatic elements and conflicts between characters.
Tags
French Literature · Realism · Psychological Fiction · Short Story Collection · 19th Century · Social Commentary · Marriage · Love · Infidelity · Deception · Morality · Philosophy
Contents
- The Introduction
- "will you Walk into my Parlor?"
- The Thorns of the Rose
- The Benefit of Change of Scene
- Conspiracy
- Questionings
- Depression
- New Hopes
- Disillusion
- Flight
- Loneliness
- Consolation
- Mariolle Copies Mme De Burne