The Burglar by Guy De Maupassant
The story revolves around a young woman who becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and deceit after she steals from her employer's home. The narrative explores themes of morality, class, and the consequences of one's actions.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1877 · Genre: Comedy, Literary Fiction, Satire · 1,883 words
First lines
"I tell you, you will not believe it."
"Well, tell it anyhow."
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The Burglar is listed on Textopian as a short story by Guy De Maupassant, dated 1877 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1877 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Literary Fiction, Satire, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 1,883 words
- Structure: 1 section, 33 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The narrative revolves around humorous situations and absurdity, particularly the characters' drunken antics and their misguided attempts to deal with the burglar.
- Literary Fiction — The story explores themes of human behavior, social interactions, and the absurdity of life, characteristic of literary fiction.
- Satire — The work critiques societal norms and the foolishness of the characters' actions, highlighting the ridiculousness of their situation.
- Adventure — The plot involves a series of unexpected events and a sense of exploration as the characters confront the burglar.
Tags
Psychological Thriller · Crime Fiction · Short Story · French Literature · Realism · Social Commentary · Moral Ambiguity · Guilt and Shame · Obsession · Loneliness · Isolation · Desperation