Les misérables Tome V: Jean Valjean by Victor Hugo

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Author Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Title Les misérables Tome V: Jean Valjean
Note Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Les misérables Tome V: Jean Valjean" by Victor Hugo is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book is part of the larger epic "Les Misérables," which delves into themes of justice, redemption, and societal struggles in post-revolutionary France. Central to this volume are the poignant trials of Jean Valjean as he grapples with his past and strives for redemption amidst the chaos of insurrectionary Paris. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a tumultuous period of unrest, focusing on the barricades erected during the insurrection of June 1848. Victor Hugo vividly describes the stark contrasts between the two main barricades, one chaotic and formidable, the other silent and forbidding, symbolizing the fierce struggle of the working class against oppression. Key characters like Enjolras and Marius engage in discussions about duty, sacrifice, and the overarching hope for a better future, while the tension is palpable as they prepare for the impending conflict. The narrative intricately combines philosophical reflections on society with vivid imagery of the desperate yet heroic spirits fighting for their cause, immersing readers in the heart of the revolutionary fervor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Orphans -- Fiction
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Subject Epic literature
Subject Ex-convicts -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 17519
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