Une vie
Une vie
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Normandy, France • 19th century
2001
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
Une vie by Guy de Maupassant follows Jeanne, a young woman experiencing the ups and downs of life in 19th-century France. As Jeanne navigates marriage, motherhood, and societal expectations, she grapples with disillusionment and personal growth, ultimately seeking hope and fulfillment amidst life's unpredictability.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Une vie by Guy de Maupassant offers an evocative portrayal of 19th-century societal constraints through the life of Jeanne. Critics praise its vivid imagery and psychological depth but note its bleak narrative and limited character development. While appreciated for its realistic depiction of disillusionment, some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it remains a poignant classic.
Who Should Read Une vie?
A reader who enjoys Une vie by Guy de Maupassant would likely appreciate character-driven narratives and detailed examinations of societal expectations and personal disillusionment. Fans of Gustave Flaubert’s Madame Bovary or Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina may find similar thematic elements and stylistic depth.
17,899 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Normandy, France • 19th century
2001
Adult
16+ years
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