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The story chronicles journalist Georges Duroy's corrupt rise to power from a poor former cavalry NCO in France's African colonies, to one of the most successful men in Paris, most of which he achieves by manipulating a series of powerful, intelligent, and wealthy women. Summary.
- Guy de Maupassant
- 1885
In Bel-Ami, Duroy seduces several powerful women, all of whom can help him in one way or another. Each woman is described in exacting detail, and the sexual desire for each of them is measured against practical benefit.
- David Towsey
Last Updated September 5, 2023. Returning to France flat broke after military service in North Africa, Georges Duroy arrives in Paris determined to make a name for himself. Although he has no ...
Sep 3, 2012 · Using one woman after the other, duping one husband after the other, he ascends the social ladder with dizzying speed. While Bel-Ami is the central character, the women and their husbands are not less well-drawn. One perfect little scene after the other shows Bel-Ami “at work”.
Sep 5, 2023 · Dive deep into Guy de Maupassant's Bel-Ami with extended analysis, commentary, and discussion.
Mar 10, 2024 · “Bel-Ami” is just one of those books that’s hard to put down. The faster he rises, the worse he behaves; you can’t wait to see how George will be punished for his crimes against women. And then you get to the ending.
Jun 20, 2012 · “Bel Ami” ends with Georges’ marriage to a young woman I haven’t yet mentioned, and as the new couple walk down the aisle, they pass those who Georges has betrayed and savaged through the years.
