THE DIAMOND NECKLACE
Enriched edition.By Guy de Maupassant
Length1h 42m
About this audiobook
Guy de Maupassant's 'The Diamond Necklace' is a riveting short story that delves into themes of social class, envy, and the fleeting nature of material possessions. Set in 19th century France, the narrative follows the life of Mathilde Loisel, a lower-middle-class woman who borrows a diamond necklace to wear to a fancy ball, only to lose it, leading to a drastic change in her circumstances. Maupassant's writing style is characterized by its concise yet impactful prose, offering a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people with subtle social commentary. The author's keen observations and psychological depth make 'The Diamond Necklace' a timeless classic in the realm of short fiction. Guy de Maupassant, known for his realistic portrayals of human behavior, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in France during a time of great social and political upheaval. His works often reflect the complexities of society and the human condition, making him a prominent figure in French literature. I highly recommend 'The Diamond Necklace' to readers interested in thought-provoking narratives that explore the consequences of vanity and desire.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (23.8K)
Includes Goodreads, StoryGraph, Amazon, LibraryThing
GenreGeneral Fiction, Romance
Length1 hr 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
6THE DIAMOND NECKLACE
2Introduction
7Analysis
3Synopsis
8Reflection
4Historical Context
9Memorable Quotes
5Author Biography
Toute l'Oeuvre Théâtrale de Guy de MaupassantGuy de Maupassant6h 46m$0.99 · $0.00
Tous les Contes et Nouvelles de Maupassant (plus de 320 Contes)Guy de Maupassant101h 33m4.5 (1.2K)$0.99 · $0.00
Toutes les Chroniques de Guy de Maupassant (de 1876 à 1891 + les chroniques posthumes)Guy de Maupassant43h 50m$0.99 · $0.00
Sämtliche Romane (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant76h 10m4.3 (69)$1.50 · $0.00
The Collected Short Stories: The Necklace + The Piece of String + Boule de Suif + Mademoiselle Fifi + Pierrot + Two Friends + La Maison Tellier + Ghosts and much more (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant87h 26m4.4 (2.3K)$2 · $0.00
Maupassant: Die beliebtesten Erzählungen (Tag-und Nachtgeschichten + Der Horla + Nutzlose Schönheit + Die kleine Roque und mehr) (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant21h 38m4.5 (16)$2 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Romane + Erzählungen (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant152h 23m4.5 (1K)$1 · $0.00
Mademoiselle Fifi and Other Stories - Bilingual Edition (English / French) (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant10h 50m$2 · $0.00
Collected Short Stories of Guy de Maupassant: The Necklace + The Piece of String + Boule de Suif + Mademoiselle Fifi + Pierrot + Two Friends + La Maison Tellier + Ghosts and much more (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant87h 20m4.0 (11)$2 · $0.00
The Horla (Horror Classic) - (The Classic English Edition) (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant2h 36m4.1 (46K)$2 · $0.00
The Diamond Necklace (Unabridged) (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant1h 51m4.3 (42)$2 · $0.00
Maupassant: Les récits de voyage (Annoté)Guy De Maupassant14h 55m$0.99 · $0.00
L'oeuvre théâtrale de Maupassant (Annoté)Guy De Maupassant7h 47m$0.99 · $0.00
Collected Novels of Guy de Maupassant (Bel-Ami + A Life + Pierre and Jean + Strong as Death + Mont Oriol + Notre Coeur) (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant51h 48m$2 · $0.00
Maupassant: Nouvelles et contes complètes (Annoté)Guy De Maupassant102h 38m4.6 (1.1K)$0.99 · $0.00
Die bekanntesten erotischen Novellen von Guy de Maupassant (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant9h 34m$1 · $0.00
Der Liebling / Bel-Ami - Zweisprachige Ausgabe (Deutsch-Französisch) / Edition bilingue (français-allemand) (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant29h 32m$1 · $0.00
Maupassant: Poésies complètes (Annoté)Guy De Maupassant7h 12m$0.99 · $0.00
Boule de Suif (Annoté)Guy de Maupassant5h 34m4.1 (26.9K)$0.99 · $0.00
Gesammelte Erzählungen (Kommentiert)Guy de Maupassant74h4.6 (112)$2 · $0.00
Heart of IronC. M. Alongi15h 24m4.8 (665)$30
Ethic IIAshley Antoinette9h 1m4.7 (8K)$20
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m4.7 (1.3K)$20
Supreme ClienteleAshley & JaQuavis8h 58m4.7 (3.4K)$20
Body Refinement in a Beast Tamer’s World, Book 1Seth Ring14h 7m4.7 (1.3K)$27
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m4.7 (669)$28 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m4.8 (395)$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m4.7 (726)$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m4.7 (1.2K)$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m4.7 (3.8K)$20
BAEJahquel J.5h 22m4.7 (3.1K)$20
Dark RisingJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 47m4.7 (1.3K)$27
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4.6 (4.6K)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m4.7 (2.4K)$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m4.6 (3.6K)$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m4.7 (1.2K)$17
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m4.7 (722)$23
This Side of Paradise - The Original 1920 Edition (Annotated)F. Scott Fitzgerald11h 30m4.6 (1.6K)$2 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m4.6 (33.1K)$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m4.6 (2.9K)$20
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m4.7 (1.3K)$20
The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m4.7 (3.6K)$30
Breath of HeavenDeborah Raney9h 11m4.7 (759)$23
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m4.7 (669)$28 · $0.00
Pride & Prejudice (Annotated)Jane Austen15h 10m4.7 (13.3K)$2 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m4.8 (395)$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m4.8 (283)$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m4.7 (1.2K)$35
The Search (Annotated)Grace Livingston Hill7h 29m4.7 (1.1K)$0.99 · $0.00
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m4.7 (608)$15
TimberTate James15h 36m4.6 (28.8K)$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m4.6 (1.6K)$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m4.6 (3.2K)$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m4.6 (1.9K)$15
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m4.6 (2.7K)$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m4.7 (343)$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m4.6 (1.1K)$12 · $0.00
The Heart of CourageLynne Basham Tagawa10h 57m4.7 (240)$20
Love Inspired Suspense October 2025 - Box Set 2 of 2Laura Scott, Carrie Stuart Parks, Jennifer Pierce17h 34m4.8 (88)$35 · $0.00
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m4.6 (1.1K)$8 · $0.00
You may also like
They Call Me No Sam!Drew Daywalt2h 21m4.3 (663)$16 · $0.00
New Grub StreetGeorge Gissing22h 5m4.0 (9.6K)$1 · $0.00
The Diary of a Provincial Lady (Illustrated)E. M. Delafield6h 11m4.0 (10.6K)$2 · $0.00
PygmalionGeorge Bernard Shaw4h 21m3.9 (118.9K)$3 · $0.00
FlushVirginia Woolf4h 58m3.9 (22.8K)$2 · $0.00
Twilight SleepEdith Wharton9h 30m3.6 (2.3K)$20
Keep The Aspidistra FlyingGeorge Orwell9h 39m3.9 (26.3K)$0.60 · $0.00
The Comedy of ErrorsWilliam Shakespeare1h 29m3.9 (44.5K)$16 · $0.00
The Diary of a NobodyGeorge Grossmith, Weedon Grossmith5h 16m3.9 (24.5K)$1 · $0.00
The Story of My TeethValeria Luiselli4h 7m3.5 (11.8K)$14
How Men Have BabiesAlan Thicke2h 51m3.3 (46)$15 · $0.00
The Diamond Necklace (The Classic Unabridged English Edition) (Annotated)Guy de Maupassant1h 55m$2 · $0.00
The Real ThingHenry James1h 8m3.4 (915)$2.30 · $0.00
The Voice Of The City: Further Stories Of The Four MillionO. Henry5h 55m3.7 (145)$2.30
The Second Thoughts of an Idle FellowJerome K. Jerome6h 18m3.9 (696)$2.30 · $0.00
No Money and No Regrets (Annotated)Francis Scott Fitzgerald2h 35m$2 · $0.00
One Way Out: A Middle-class New-Englander Emigrates to AmericaWilliam Carleton6h 21m$2.30
Evening DressWilliam Dean Howells2h 1m$2 · $0.00
Sinclair Lewis Boxed Set – 16 titles in One VolumeSinclair Lewis89h 54m4.6 (11)$3 · $0.00
The Curse of EveArthur Conan Doyle28m3.9 (24)$2.30