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BelAmi (Penguin Classics),New
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Young, attractive and very ambitious, George Duroy, known to his friends as BelAmi, is offered a job as a journalist on La Vie francaise and soon makes a great success of his new career. But he also comes face to face with the realities of the corrupt society in which he lives the sleazy colleagues, the manipulative mistresses and wily financiers and swiftly learns to become an archseducer, blackmailer and social climber in a world where love is only a means to an end. Written when Maupassant was at the height of his powers, BelAmi is a novel of great frankness and cynicism, but it is also infused with the sheer joy of life depicting the scenes and characters of Paris in the belle epoque with wit, sensitivity and humanity.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Bel-Ami? A: The main theme of Bel-Ami revolves around ambition and the corrupt nature of society, illustrated through the life of George Duroy, who navigates love and relationships as means to achieve his goals.
- Q: Who is the author of Bel-Ami? A: Bel-Ami is written by Guy de Maupassant, a renowned French author known for his short stories and novels that explore the complexities of human behavior.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of Bel-Ami? A: This edition of Bel-Ami was published on November 30, 1975.
- Q: How many pages does Bel-Ami have? A: Bel-Ami has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of Bel-Ami is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is Bel-Ami considered a classic? A: Yes, Bel-Ami is classified as a classic piece of literature, often included in academic curricula and recommended reading lists.
- Q: What can I expect from the writing style of Bel-Ami? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is characterized by frankness and cynicism, combined with wit and sensitivity, capturing the essence of Parisian life during the belle époque.
- Q: Does this edition of Bel-Ami include additional scholarly content? A: Yes, as part of the Penguin Classics series, this edition includes introductions and notes by distinguished scholars to enhance understanding of the text.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would enjoy Bel-Ami? A: Bel-Ami appeals to readers interested in classic literature, those studying French literature, and anyone intrigued by themes of ambition, love, and societal critique.
- Q: What is the significance of the title Bel-Ami? A: The title 'Bel-Ami' translates to 'Beautiful Friend' in English, reflecting the protagonist's charm and his relationships that are often transactional in nature.