“So long as ignorance and poverty exist on earth, books of the nature of Les Miserables cannot fail to be of use.”
Book:Les miserables
Quote by Victor Hugo
Work
Les miserables
Victor Hugo's epic tale follows the lives of various characters, including Jean Valjean, a former convict seeking a second chance at life, and the compassionate Bishop Myriel. The story delves into the social and political turmoil of the time, highlighting the struggles of the poor and the corrupt. more
Author
Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo, a French romantic poet, novelist, and playwright, was born on February 26, 1802, and died on May 22, 1885. He is considered one of the greatest writers in French literary history, known for his profound humanistic concerns and rich imagination. more
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