| Author |
Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 |
| Translator |
Hapgood, Isabel Florence, 1850-1928 |
| Title |
Les Misérables
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| Alternate Title |
Les Miserables
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Judith Boss and David Widger
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| 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.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Orphans -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Paris (France) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Epic literature
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| Subject |
Ex-convicts -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
135 |
| Release Date |
Jun 22, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 20, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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