Rose by Guy De Maupassant (1884)

Name: Rose
Author: Guy De Maupassant

The story revolves around a young woman who marries an older man for financial security. She becomes pregnant and gives birth to a daughter. The husband's health begins to decline, and he eventually dies. The widow seeks to marry again but is rejected by her former lover due to her pregnancy. She then turns to a wealthy and older suitor, who accepts her condition.

By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1884 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Realism, Drama · 2,468 words

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The two young women look as though they were buried under a weight of flowers. They are alone in the huge landau, which is loaded with bouquets like a giant basket. Upon the front seat lie two white satin hampers full of violets from Nice, and on the bearskin which covers their knees is a heap of roses, mimosa, pinks, daisies, tuberoses, and orange blossom, knotted together with silk rosettes, seeming about to crush the two slender bodies. Nothing emerges from this brilliant, perfumed bed but their shoulders, their arms, and a wisp of the upper half of their gowns, one blue, the other lilac.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Guy De Maupassant
Date: 1884 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Realism, Drama, Romance, Social Commentary
Length: 2,468 words
Structure: 1 section, 75 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of love, identity, and societal roles through nuanced character interactions and introspective dialogue.
Realism — The narrative presents a realistic portrayal of social dynamics and personal relationships, reflecting the intricacies of human emotions and societal expectations.
Drama — The story contains dramatic elements, particularly in the emotional revelations and conflicts experienced by the characters.
Romance — The exploration of love and desire, particularly the longing for affection, is central to the characters' motivations and interactions.