Original Short Stories — Volume 06 By: Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893)
Original Short Stories — Volume 06 by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of captivating stories that highlight the author's exceptional storytelling skills. Each story is unique in its plot and characters, drawing readers into a world filled with mystery, drama, and romance. Maupassant's writing style is both descriptive and engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the narrative. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to connect with their struggles and triumphs. One of the standout stories in this collection is "The Necklace," a tale of deception and consequences that leaves a lasting impact on the reader. Maupassant's ability to craft such a thought-provoking story showcases his talent as a master storyteller. Overall, Original Short Stories — Volume 06 is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those who appreciate well-crafted short stories. Maupassant's ability to captivate readers with his storytelling makes this collection a timeless masterpiece that will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come. First Page: ORIGINAL SHORT STORIES, VOLUME 6 (of 13) By Guy De Maupassant Translated by: ALBERT M. C. McMASTER, B.A. A. E. HENDERSON, B.A. MME. QUESADA and Others VOLUME VI. THAT COSTLY RIDE USELESS BEAUTY THE FATHER MY UNCLE SOSTHENES THE BARONESS MOTHER AND SON THE HAND A TRESS OF HAIR ON THE RIVER THE CRIPPLE A STROLL ALEXANDRE THE LOG JULIE ROMAINE THE RONDOLI SISTERS THAT COSTLY RIDE The household lived frugally on the meager income derived from the husband's insignificant appointments. Two children had been born of the marriage, and the earlier condition of the strictest economy had become one of quiet, concealed, shamefaced misery, the poverty of a noble family which in spite of misfortune never forgets its rank. Hector de Gribelin had been educated in the provinces, under the paternal roof, by an aged priest. His people were not rich, but they managed to live and to keep up appearances. At twenty years of age they tried to find him a position, and he entered the Ministry of Marine as a clerk at sixty pounds a year. He foundered on the rock of life like all those who have not been early prepared for its rude struggles, who look at life through a mist, who do not know how to protect themselves, whose special aptitudes and faculties have not been developed from childhood, whose early training has not developed the rough energy needed for the battle of life or furnished them with tool or weapon... Continue reading book >>

Original Short Stories — Volume 06 By: Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893)

Original Short Stories — Volume 06 by Guy de Maupassant is a collection of captivating stories that highlight the author's exceptional storytelling skills. Each story is unique in its plot and characters, drawing readers into a world filled with mystery, drama, and romance.

Maupassant's writing style is both descriptive and engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the narrative. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to connect with their struggles and triumphs.

One of the standout stories in this collection is "The Necklace," a tale of deception and consequences that leaves a lasting impact on the reader. Maupassant's ability to craft such a thought-provoking story showcases his talent as a master storyteller.

Overall, Original Short Stories — Volume 06 is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those who appreciate well-crafted short stories. Maupassant's ability to captivate readers with his storytelling makes this collection a timeless masterpiece that will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.

First Page:

ORIGINAL SHORT STORIES, VOLUME 6 (of 13)

By Guy De Maupassant

Translated by:

ALBERT M. C. McMASTER, B.A. A. E. HENDERSON, B.A. MME. QUESADA and Others

VOLUME VI.

THAT COSTLY RIDE USELESS BEAUTY THE FATHER MY UNCLE SOSTHENES THE BARONESS MOTHER AND SON THE HAND A TRESS OF HAIR ON THE RIVER THE CRIPPLE A STROLL ALEXANDRE THE LOG JULIE ROMAINE THE RONDOLI SISTERS

THAT COSTLY RIDE

The household lived frugally on the meager income derived from the husband's insignificant appointments. Two children had been born of the marriage, and the earlier condition of the strictest economy had become one of quiet, concealed, shamefaced misery, the poverty of a noble family which in spite of misfortune never forgets its rank.

Hector de Gribelin had been educated in the provinces, under the paternal roof, by an aged priest. His people were not rich, but they managed to live and to keep up appearances.

At twenty years of age they tried to find him a position, and he entered the Ministry of Marine as a clerk at sixty pounds a year. He foundered on the rock of life like all those who have not been early prepared for its rude struggles, who look at life through a mist, who do not know how to protect themselves, whose special aptitudes and faculties have not been developed from childhood, whose early training has not developed the rough energy needed for the battle of life or furnished them with tool or weapon... Continue reading book >>

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Original Short Stories — Volume 02	Original Short Stories — Volume 03	Original Short Stories — Volume 04
Original Short Stories — Volume 05	Original Short Stories — Volume 06	Original Short Stories — Volume 07
Original Short Stories — Volume 08	Original Short Stories — Volume 09	Original Short Stories — Volume 10
Original Short Stories — Volume 11	Original Short Stories — Volume 12	Original Short Stories — Volume 13
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