The use of literary elements, particularly the use of irony, can transform an ordinary story into a great work of literature. In Zora Neale Hurston's "Sweat," William Sydney Porter's "The Last Leaf," Guy de Maupassant's "The Necklace," and Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Birthmark," both structural and textual irony serve to draw readers into each story, to express an underlying moral warning, and to provoke discussion through added depth and purpose.

A review and analysis of the short story, "The Necklace."

Discusses Guy de Maupassant's story, "The Necklace." Analyzes the character of Mathilde Loisel. Describes how the character is affected when her dreams of a better life elude her.

Guy de Maupassant's short story "The Necklace" tells of a vain, narcissistic middle-class housewife who longed for the aristocratic lifestyle that she believed she deserved. In describing Mathilde's callous self-centeredness in preparing for the party to which she and her husband were invited, as well as her reaction to losing what she thought was an expensive necklace she borrowed, de Maupassant incorporates a tragic irony that makes this story a timeless classic.

In his story "The Necklace," Guy de Maupassant creatively and intriguingly reveals Mathilde Loisel's dreams of a wealthy, decadent lifestyle. Mathilde's lifetime of misery and despair is solely caused by her own selfish and vain acts; the stature she so desperately desired, her anguish over the reality that her husband lacked the riches she yearned for, her feelings of insignificance because of her lack of rank, and her vain obsession all ended up ruining her life.

"The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant and "Miss Brill" by Katherine Mansfield have female characters who are obsessed with the imperfections in their lives. Unlike the woman in "The Necklace," however, Miss Brill's thoughts and actions about her life do not harm anyone.

This is a rewritten section from the story, The Necklace written as if from a different character's perspective.

In "Paul's Case," by Willa Cather, and "The Necklace," by Guy de Maupassant, the main characters end up in despair because their dreams are so far removed from their realities. The characters can't achieve their dreams, in part, because of their social environment.

An analysis of the central character Mathilde Loisel in Guy de Maupassant's short story "The Necklace." In this story, de Maupassant ingeniously portrays Mathilde's continuous struggle with excessive wants that ultimately doom her to perpetual despair, showing that those who rely on materialistic items for happiness are typically desolated and miserable.

Examines the theme of Guy De Maupassant's "The Necklace" by the use of the title, the characters, and the plot (actions, climax, and/or ending).

An overview of the short story "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant. In the story, de Maupassant depicts how the traits of desire, vanity, and dishonesty can change ones' fate forever.

Reviews "The Necklace" by French author Guy DeMaupassant. Provides a plot summary. Examines the actions of Matilde and discusses how her behavior leads to her downfall.

Analyzes Guy DeMaupassant's story, "The Necklace." Provides a character analysis of Mathilde Loisel. Discusses her greed and inner weaknesses.

A response on 'The Necklace' by Guy de Maupassant.

Essay provides a character comparison of Mathilde Loisel from "The Scarlet Ibis" by James Hurst and Doodle's brother from "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant.

Essay consists of an analysis of "The Necklace", which is a short story written in 1884 by Guy De Maupassant.

Discusses the short story, "The Necklace," by Guy de Maupassant. Explores the thesis that dishonesty results in larger problems. Analyzes the character of Madame Forestier.

The primary theme of Guy de Maupassant's short story "The Necklace" is that of materialism. Mathilde's illusions of having material wealth lead her and her husband into a state of poverty, making her more hardworking and responsible in the end.

Answers to questions about The Necklace and a break down of the characters, the plot, and other aspects.

The point the author tries to make is that people should be honest. Being dishonest often brings more trouble than its worth. In Mme. Loisel's case, she did not want to tell her friend about losing the necklace for fear that her friend might betray her. Her consequence for not telling the truth was working for ten hard years. Thus, being honest at all times prevents problems in the future.

Analyzes the theme of false values in the short story The Necklace by French author Guy De Maupassant. Also discusses the ingratitude of main character Mathilda toward her husband.

This essay is about fate and what it really means. I use references from a story called "The Necklace" to reiterate my thoughts on fate.