Bel Ami Or The History Of A Scoundrel And Other Stories
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Guy De Maupassant
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This classic of French literature, Bel Ami Or The History Of A Scoundrel And Other Stories, presents a biting social commentary on 19th-century Parisian society. The titular novel chronicles the ascent of Georges Duroy, a man of humble origins who ruthlessly manipulates women and exploits social connections to achieve power and wealth. Maupassant masterfully illustrates the moral decay and hypocrisy prevalent in the upper echelons of society, offering a cynical yet compelling portrait of ambition. The accompanying short stories further detail the human condition with sharp psychological insight and a keen eye for societal flaws. This collection offers a powerful and enduring critique of human nature and the corrupting influence of power.
Author: Guy De Maupassant
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This classic of French literature, Bel Ami Or The History Of A Scoundrel And Other Stories, presents a biting social commentary on 19th-century Parisian society. The titular novel chronicles the ascent of Georges Duroy, a man of humble origins who ruthlessly manipulates women and exploits social connections to achieve power and wealth. Maupassant masterfully illustrates the moral decay and hypocrisy prevalent in the upper echelons of society, offering a cynical yet compelling portrait of ambition. The accompanying short stories further detail the human condition with sharp psychological insight and a keen eye for societal flaws. This collection offers a powerful and enduring critique of human nature and the corrupting influence of power.