The Necklace
Synopsis:
"The Necklace" or "The Diamond Necklace" (French: La Parure) is an 1884 short story by French writer Guy de Maupassant. It is known for its twist ending, which was a hallmark of de Maupassant's style.
Madame Mathilde Loisel has always imagined herself in a high social position with wonderful jewels. However, she marries a low-paid clerk who tries his best to make her happy but has nothing. Through lots of begging at work, her husband is able to get a couple of invitations to the Ministry of Education party. Mathilde then refuses to go, for she has nothing to wear.
"The Necklace" or "The Diamond Necklace" (French: La Parure) is an 1884 short story by French writer Guy de Maupassant. It is known for its twist ending, which was a hallmark of de Maupassant's style.
Madame Mathilde Loisel has always imagined herself in a high social position with wonderful jewels. However, she marries a low-paid clerk who tries his best to make her happy but has nothing. Through lots of begging at work, her husband is able to get a couple of invitations to the Ministry of Education party. Mathilde then refuses to go, for she has nothing to wear.
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