The Mother Superior's Twenty-Five Francs
A young woman seeks refuge with the Mother Superior after being abandoned by her lover. The Mother Superior demands twenty-five francs from the woman before she will take her in.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1884 · Genre: Comedy, Social Commentary, Tragedy · 2,446 words
First lines
He really was comic, old Pavilly, with his great spider legs, his little body, his long arms, and his pointed beard, surmounted by a flame of red hair on the top of his skull.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1884 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Social Commentary, Tragedy, Realism, Satire
- Length: 2,446 words
- Structure: 1 section, 64 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The narrative centers around humorous situations and the antics of the protagonist, creating a comedic atmosphere.
- Social Commentary — The story critiques social norms and behaviors, particularly regarding class and morality in rural society.
- Tragedy — Despite its comedic elements, the protagonist's misfortunes and the consequences of his actions reflect tragic themes.
- Realism — The depiction of everyday life and characters is grounded in realistic settings and situations.
Tags
French Literature · Short Story · Realism · Social Commentary · Satire · Critique of the Catholic Church · Morality Tale · Irony · Dark Humor · Psychological Insight · Character Study · Female Protagonist