The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant

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“The Necklace” or “The Diamond Necklace” (French: La Parure) is an 1884 short story by French writer Guy de Maupassant. It is known for its twist ending (Ironic ending), which was a hallmark of de Maupassant’s style. The story was first published on 17 February 1884 in the French newspaper Le Gaulois. The story has been adapted to film and television several times.