Revenge by Guy de Maupassant (1884)
The story revolves around a young woman who seeks revenge against her former lover for abandoning her after she became pregnant with his child. She manipulates him into marrying her and then poisons him on their wedding night, killing him before he can discover the truth about the child's parentage.
By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1884 · Genre: Crime, Psychological, Mystery · 2,703 words
First lines
As they were still speaking of Pranzini, M. Maloureau, who had been Attorney-General under the Empire, said:
"I knew another case like that, a very curious affair, curious from many points, as you shall see.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy de Maupassant
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Crime, Psychological, Mystery, Tragedy, Drama
- Length: 2,703 words
- Structure: 1 section, 60 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Crime — The plot revolves around a criminal investigation and the trial of a schoolmaster accused of poisoning children.
- Psychological — The story delves into the psychological motivations and mental state of the protagonist, exploring themes of vengeance and madness.
- Mystery — The narrative involves uncovering the truth behind the mysterious deaths of children, with twists and revelations.
- Tragedy — The story is marked by the tragic loss of children and the downfall of the schoolmaster, culminating in a confession of guilt.
Tags
Psychological Thriller · French Literature · Short Story Collection · Revenge Tragedy · Dark Fiction · Moral Ambiguity · Social Commentary · Class Conflict · Marriage · Deception · Betrayal · Jealousy