The novel revolves around Yvette Guilbert, a courtesan and singer who becomes involved with a young man named Jacques Damour. The story explores themes of love, desire, and the complexities of relationships between men and women in late 19th-century Paris. Through Yvette's character, the novel critiques societal norms and expectations surrounding female sexuality and morality.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1884 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Realism · 4 chapters