Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a popular French writer, considered one of the fathers of the modern short story and one of the form's finest exponents.
Maupassant was a protégé of Flaubert and his stories are characterized by economy of style and efficient, effortless dénouements. Many are set during the Franco-Prussian War of the 1870s, describing the futility of war and the innocent civilians who, caught up in events beyond their control, are permanently changed by their experiences. He wrote some 300 short stories, six novels, three travel books, and one volume of verse. His first published story, "Boule de Suif", is often considered his masterpiece.
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The essence of life is the smile of round female bottoms, under the shadow of cosmic boredom. smile
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The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other wisdom & wit from William Blake
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Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 views from Franz Grillparzer
6 views from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 quotes from Storm Jameson
2 quotes from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 more quotes from Victor Hugo
73 more quotes from Victor Hugo