Publication Date:June 1998 Availability:Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days Condition:New Book. Shrink wrapped and dispatched from Lebanon. Please allow up to 15 days for delivery.
Little gemJune 22, 2008 A little gem of a short novel from this author much more renowned for his short stories. It simply concerns the jealousy between two brothers that arises when a friend of their parents dies and leaves all his money to one of the brothers, but is very simply and well told.
an understated masterpieceDecember 31, 2001 9 out of 10 found this review helpful
a masterpiece from a master stylist -- this book has it all. beautiful prose and psychological tension combine in a rip-roaring tale that will have you thundering through the pages in a vicarious roller-coaster ride to the shattering finale. never has jealousy been explored so exactingly. although bel-ami remains my favourite de maupassant novel (pierre et jean is essentially an extended short story) this small book is immensely satisfying, to be enjoyed like a fine, french wine.
