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“Die, very good, but do not make others die. Suicides like the one which is about to take place here are sublime, but suicide is restricted, and does not allow of extension; and so soon as it affects your neighbors, suicide becomes murder.”

Quote by Victor Hugo

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Les misérables, book 5. Hans of Iceland

Victor Hugo's 'Les misérables, book 5. Hans of Iceland' is a part of his epic literary work, which delves into the life and struggles of Hans of Iceland, a character that adds depth to the narrative of the French society during the 19th century. more

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Victor Hugo
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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