What does Mathilde spend much of her time fantasizing about in the beginning of the story? Why do you think de Maupassant describes these thoughts so throughly, as part of introducing Mathilde’s character.
Mathilde fantacizes about all of the things she does not have and feels herself entitled to.... wealth, a large home, delicious foods, beautiful clothing, and exquisite jewelry. Though, I cannot speak for the author, I believe he wants his audience to envision Mathilde's comfortable existence, as opposed to the lifestyle she yearns for..... and ultimately, the financial disaster yet to come.
