The Marquis De Fumerol
A wealthy and idle aristocrat's life is turned upside down when he becomes infatuated with a young woman who is being pursued by a suitor of lower social standing. The Marquis De Fumerol's obsession with the woman leads him to make reckless decisions, ultimately resulting in his downfall and humiliation.
By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1885 · Genre: Satire, Drama, Comedy · 3,208 words
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy de Maupassant
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire, Drama, Comedy, Social Commentary, Realism
- Length: 3,208 words
- Structure: 1 section, 51 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Satire — The story uses humor and irony to critique societal norms, religious hypocrisy, and the aristocracy.
- Drama — The narrative revolves around a family dealing with the impending death of a relative, highlighting emotional and moral conflicts.
- Comedy — The interactions and situations, such as the failed attempts to convert the dying man, provide comedic elements.
- Social Commentary — The story critiques the social and political attitudes of the French aristocracy and religious institutions.
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FrenchLiterature · ShortStory · PsychologicalInsight · SocialCommentary · ClassStruggle · Morality · Philosophy · Existentialism · HumanNature · SocietyCritique · Realism · Naturalism