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Bel-Ami

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Ambitious and alluring, George Duroy, or “Bel-Ami,” navigates the corrupt world of Parisian journalism in the belle epoque. Using seduction, blackmail, and social climbing, he rises to power amidst manipulative mistresses and wily financiers. Maupassant’s cynical yet vibrant novel exposes a society where love is a mere tool for ambition, capturing the era’s essence with wit and humanity. ISBN: 9780140443158

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  • ISBN-13: 9780140443158
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 19
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 21 mm
  • Width: 129 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0140443150
  • Publisher Date: 30 Nov 1975
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 197 mm
  • No of Pages: 416
  • Series Title: Penguin Classics
  • Weight: 290 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

21 reviews for Bel-Ami

  1. Adarsh Keshri

    The writing style is beautiful and Bel-Ami is really something. Although I like the book, I also feel conflicted.

  2. Vijay Laxmi Vashisht

    I really enjoyed this book! The story is fast-paced and the characters are well-developed. A great read!

  3. Prashant Sagar

    A cynical and captivating exploration of ambition and society. Bel-Ami is a fascinating, if flawed, character.

  4. Anoushka Baral Swamy

    The book was good but I didn’t find it that much interesting. Some plots are slow. Overall, a one time read.

  5. Dhruv Mahajan

    A classic for a reason! Bel-Ami’s journey is both captivating and disturbing. Highly recommend this book.

  6. Shubham

    Interesting story about social climbing and ambition. Found it engaging.

  7. Priya

    While the story is engaging, I struggled with the writing style. Still, a fascinating look at Parisian society.

  8. Sakshi Sharma

    Maupassant’s portrayal of Parisian society is brilliant! Bel-Ami is a captivating, if morally questionable, character. Highly recommend.

  9. Yogakshema Joshi

    This book is a decent read but not quite what I hoped for. The characters were interesting, but the plot felt slow at times.

  10. Kumar Kartikey

    Bel-Ami is a fascinating character. An interesting read! It has an okay plot and good character development.

  11. Bhupesh

    Duroy is such a cad, but you can’t help but be drawn into his world. The book is well-written. I enjoyed exploring Belle Epoque Paris. Recommended!

  12. Aman Sharma

    While the story is interesting, I struggled to connect with any of the characters. Still, an insightful look at Parisian society.

  13. Shreyash Shekhar

    A classic! Bel-Ami is a fascinating character, though not always likable. Maupassant’s writing is sharp and insightful. A bit slow at times, but worth the read.

  14. Kalpish Choudhary

    An interesting look at ambition and corruption. The characters felt a bit flat to me, but the plot kept me engaged. Overall, a decent read.

  15. Syed Muneeb Ali

    I wasn’t particularly drawn to the characters. The plot was okay, not as great as I thought it would be.

  16. Kartik Dhaka

    Not my cup of tea. The plot was a bit slow and the characters weren’t relatable. Could not connect well.

  17. Debsankar Pal

    Maupassant’s character development is very detailed. Story is entertaining and engaging. Definitely recommend this novel

  18. Madhavi Gupta

    A darkly humorous and cynical novel. Bel-Ami is a fascinating anti-hero. Maupassant’s writing is superb! Highly recommended.

  19. Aman Kanwar

    I am not sure about the characters. But overall story is good and interesting.

  20. Kopal Mittal

    Bel-Ami’s charm is undeniable, even as he schemes his way to the top. Maupassant’s writing is crisp and engaging. A must-read!

  21. Subhojit Saha

    I was expecting more from this classic. It was okay, but I didn’t find it as compelling as others have. The ending felt a bit rushed.

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