Maupassant: A Lion In The Path (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432580124)

Maupassant: A Lion In The Path is a biography of the French writer Guy de Maupassant, written by Francis Steegmuller. The book explores Maupassant's life, including his childhood, education, and literary career. It also delves into his relationships with family members, friends, and lovers, as well as his struggles with mental illness. Steegmuller provides a detailed analysis of Maupassant's most famous works, including his short stories and novels, and examines the themes and motifs that run throughout his writing. He also explores the cultural and historical context in which Maupassant lived and worked, providing insight into the social and political issues of the time. Overall, Maupassant: A Lion In The Path is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of France's most celebrated writers, offering readers a deep understanding of Maupassant's life, work, and legacy.The First Complete And Definitive Biography Of Guy De Maupassant, From His Happy Childhood In Normandy To His Tragic Death In A Madhouse.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Francis Steegmuller
ISBN-10: 1432580124
ISBN-13: 9781432580124
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 440
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.98d