Bel Ami; Or, The History of a Scoundrel: A Novel

Bel Ami; Or, The History of a Scoundrel is Guy de Maupassant's scathing critique of social ambition, moral corruption, and the relentless pursuit of power. The novel tells the story of Georges Duroy, a handsome but unscrupulous young man who rises to prominence in Parisian society through charm, manipulation, and a series of advantageous liaisons. As Duroy climbs the social ladder, he leaves a trail of broken hearts and ruined reputations in his wake, revealing the dark underbelly of the world ...