Author Maupassant, Guy De, 1850-1893

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Books have been literally a life-long passion. I dont own a t.v
And since the age of 5 (i am 41 now) have read about 3 books a week. I have a collection ranging from the 14th century to current and Maupassant is truly the master of the short story. Nowhere in all of my reads have i found one who equals in the short story, though Lovecraft might fall a somewhat close second. I remember the first story i read of his, "a peice of string", a simple story about a French peasant on his way to market, and on his way sees a piece of strong upon the road and picks it up.......and it is the best thing i have ever read! Only one thing to say about his works - take your time and savor every word, pick it apart and criticize every aspect, for only then can you truly appreciate what a master he truly is!