The Inn by Guy de Maupassant (1888)
A young woman checks into a small inn, seeking refuge from her past. She pays for her room with a large sum of money and requests that no one disturb her. The innkeeper, however, becomes suspicious of her intentions and begins to investigate her background. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the woman's past is marked by scandal and tragedy, and she will stop at nothing to keep it hidden.
By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1888 · Genre: Horror, Psychological Thriller, Adventure · 5,877 words
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Like all the little wooden inns in the higher Alps, tiny auberges situated in the bare and rocky gorges which intersect the white summits of the mountains, the inn of Schwarenbach is a refuge for travelers who are crossing the Gemmi.
It is open six months in the year, and is inhabited by the family of Jean Hauser. As soon as the snow begins to fall, and fills the valley so as to make the road down to Loeche impassable, the father, with mother, daughter, and the three sons depart, leaving the house in charge of the old guide, Gaspard Hari, with the young guide, Ulrich Kunsi, and Sam, the great mountain dog.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy de Maupassant
- Date: 1888 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Horror, Psychological Thriller, Adventure, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 5,877 words
- Structure: 1 section, 59 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Horror — The story features elements of psychological terror, isolation, and supernatural occurrences, creating a chilling atmosphere.
- Psychological Thriller — The narrative delves into the mental deterioration of the protagonist due to isolation and fear, maintaining suspense throughout.
- Adventure — Set in the Alps, the story involves elements of survival and exploration in a harsh, mountainous environment.
- Drama — The plot explores human emotions and relationships, particularly the impact of solitude and fear on the protagonist.
Tags
Psychological Fiction · Realism · Short Story · French Literature · 19th Century · Literary Classic · Moral Ambiguity · Human Nature · Social Commentary · Philosophical Themes · Existential Crisis · Loneliness