Les Misérables by Victor Hugo

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Author Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Translator Hapgood, Isabel Florence, 1850-1928
Title Les Misérables
Alternate Title Les Miserables
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Judith Boss and David Widger
Summary "Les Misérables" by Victor Hugo is a novel written in the mid-19th century. It explores the themes of justice, morality, and the struggle between good and evil through the lives of its characters, primarily focusing on the troubled yet redemptive journey of Jean Valjean, a man trying to escape his past. The narrative also intertwines various social issues, illustrating the plight of the poor and marginalized in society. The beginning of "Les Misérables" introduces Bishop Myriel, a kind and selfless man exemplifying compassion and charity in a world rife with injustice. The narrative establishes his character as an embodiment of Christian values, emphasizing his willingness to give up his comforts to aid the needy. Through his actions—like turning his episcopal residence into a hospital for the poor and his dialogue with the people—Hugo sets the foundation for the moral questions that will resonate throughout the novel. This opening portion establishes the tone and themes that will play a crucial role in the development of the story as it unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Orphans -- Fiction
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Subject Epic literature
Subject Ex-convicts -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 135
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 20, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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