"Boule De Suif" (1880) is Guy de Maupassant's best short story. The language of over one hundred years ago has been extensively modernized. End notes, interpretation, and discussion of major themes follow the text. Biographical information on Guy de Maupassant is included. Every effort has been made to keep the story as close to the original as possible. Modern readers will better understand and appreciate this story of hypocrisy and betrayal.