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Strong as Death
Hardcover
RomanceClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026012598
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 304
Weight: 1.33
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Strong as Death is a profound psychological novel that delves into the intricacies of passion, aging, and the inevitable passage of time. Set against the sophisticated backdrop of late nineteenth-century Parisian high society, the narrative centers on Olivier Bertin, a celebrated and fashionable portrait painter who has enjoyed a long, stable devotion to the elegant Countess de Guilleroy. However, as the Countess's daughter, Annette, blossoms into a young woman bearing a striking resemblance to her mother's former self, Olivier finds himself consumed by a haunting and tragic obsession.
Guy de Maupassant masterfully explores the fragility of the human heart and the cruel reality of physical decline. Through sharp observation and emotional depth, the work examines how a lifetime of refined social circles and artistic success cannot shield one from the devastating impact of jealousy and unrequited longing. Strong as Death stands as a somber reflection on the nature of love and the pain of realizing that while beauty may be recaptured in art, the moments of one's own youth are gone forever. It remains an essential work of realism, offering a poignant look at the complexities of the human condition and the internal conflicts of the creative mind.
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