The Classic French Short Story

French literature has rightly acquired a famed and storied reputation over the centuries. Many of its authors have created both literary sensations and literary movements the equal of any other language.

In this volume we examine the Short Story and whilst Dumas, de Maupassant, Hugo and Zola are here so too are others with less exposure outside the shores of France than those leviathans but of equal talent.

Within these rich and carefully crafted stories gems of literary genius await your eyes.