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Quote by Victor Hugo

“It is the peculiarity of grief to bring out the childish side of man.”

Quote by Victor Hugo

Book:Les miserables

Work

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, 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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