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The Piece of String
Guy de Maupassant
Narrator Saethon Williams
Publisher: Independently Published
Summary
“The Piece of String” by Guy de Maupassant is a timeless short story from 1883 that captures the tension between appearance and truth in a small French village. With sharp irony and emotional depth, Maupassant explores how pride, suspicion, and social perception can shape a man’s fate. Originally published in the collection Miss Harriet, this classic work of French literature is a compelling reflection on human nature, reputation, and the power of rumor.
Duration: 17 minutes (00:16:48) Publishing date: 2025-06-24; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —
