The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 2

"The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 2" by Guy de Maupassant is a compilation of short stories from the 1800s that looks closely at love, lies, and what people expect from each other in society, with a special look at how tricky it can be to get along with others. The first story, called "Monsieur Parent," tells about a kind-hearted man named Mr. Parent who is dealing with problems in his marriage and family. The story starts in a park where Mr. Parent is watching his son play, showing how much he loves being a dad. But things quickly get complicated as he deals with his difficult wife and an unhappy maid. As the story moves forward hints of cheating start to appear, causing emotional trouble and showing how easy it is for Mr. Parent's home life to fall apart, especially when it comes to figuring out if he really is the father of his child.