A refined addition to any bookshelf, this elegant 4-volume set of Masterpieces of Maupassant brings together the unforgettable short stories of one of France’s greatest literary voices — Guy de Maupassant. Published by Heron Books in rich vintage bindings, these editions are as visually striking as they are intellectually rewarding.
This set includes all four volumes from the Heron Books series, featuring Maupassant’s signature wit, realism, and psychological insight — from darkly humorous tales to haunting reflections on human nature.
Pierre et Jean and Other Stories Includes: Pierre et Jean, Boule de Suif, Yvette, Madame Tellier’s Excursion, The Olive Grove.
Une Vie or The History of a Heart and Other Stories Includes: Une Vie, Mademoiselle Fifi, Moonlight, Miss Harriet, Toine, The String, A Mesalliance, The Umbrella.
Bel Ami or The History of a Scoundrel and Other Stories Includes: Bel Ami, The Horla, An Enthusiast, Francesca and Carlotta Rondoli, Bed No. 29, Paul’s Mistress, The Old Maid.
Fort Comme La Mort or The Ruling Passion and Other Stories Includes: Fort Comme la Mort, Useless Beauty, That Pig of a Morin, A Normandy Joke, The Story of a Farm Girl, The Victim
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