Femme Fatale
Femme Fatale by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of stories that showcases the author’s talent for capturing the essence of the Parisian beau monde and the Normandy countryside. Published by Penguin Books in 2015, this UK edition spans 64 pages and is presented in English. The selection highlights Maupassant’s ability to weave narratives that reflect both the beauty and complexity of life in these settings.
Readers will find a diverse array of tales that range from lyrical to savage, illustrating the varied experiences of characters within the social fabric of their time. This edition is part of the Little Black Classics series, which celebrates the breadth of Penguin Classics, offering insights into different cultures and eras. Maupassant’s works continue to resonate, making this collection a notable addition for those interested in classic fiction.
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A selection of Maupassant’s brilliant, glittering stories set in the Parisian beau monde and Normandy countryside.
Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin’s 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions.
Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893). Maupassant’s works available in Penguin Classics are A Parisian Affair and Other Stories, Bel-Ami and Pierre and Jean.
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