Description
Victor Hugo's epic masterpiece, *Les Misérables*, plunges readers into the tumultuous landscape of 19th-century France, following the arduous journey of Jean Valjean, a man seeking redemption after nineteen years of unjust imprisonment for stealing bread. His path is relentlessly pursued by the implacable Inspector Javert, embodying a stark conflict between rigid law and profound mercy. Through a sprawling narrative of love, sacrifice, and social injustice, Hugo explores the enduring power of compassion and the possibility of transformation against the backdrop of revolution and societal upheaval. This timeless novel challenges the very essence of justice, morality, and the human spirit, offering a powerful testament to the capacity for both cruelty and extraordinary kindness.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Mar 3, 1987
1463 pages
ISBN: 9780451525260
paperback
Casa da Palavra
Published Jan 1, 2002
ISBN: 9788587220622
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First Published
1862
Language
eng
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