Classic Stories – Guy De Maupassant

Guy de Maupassant (1850–1893) was a French writer known for his short stories, novels, and tales of horror and the supernatural. Born in France, Maupassant began his career as a journalist and later gained fame for his literary works, many of which were influenced by his experiences as a soldier in the Franco-Prussian War. His writing is marked by realism, sharp psychological insight, and a keen observation of human nature.

Maupassant’s most famous works include Boule de Suif (1880), a story set during the Franco-Prussian War, and The Necklace (La Parure, 1884), a short story that explores themes of vanity, materialism, and fate. His works often feature ordinary people grappling with social constraints, and he is recognized for his ability to create powerful, ironic endings. Maupassant’s prolific output and his mastery of the short story form have earned him a place as one of the greatest French writers of the 19th century. He struggled with mental illness in his later years and died in 1893.