The Second Odd Number; Thirteen Tales

Guy de Maupassant’s collection “The Second Odd Number; Thirteen Tales” consists of thirteen stories that highlight the author’s deft use of style and effective dénouement. Stories like “Tony,” “Decorated,” “The Colonel’s Idea,” “The Jewels,” “Fear,” “Two Friends,” “Relics of the Past,” “A Question of Diplomacy,” “Mademoiselle Perle,” “The Madman,” and more can be found in this about 1917 publication. It’s a replica of a time-tested classic novel. Photos, missing pages, or hazy writing are examples of imperfections.