My Beloved Toto: Letters from Juliette Drouet to Victor Hugo 1833-1882

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The collection features 186 letters from Juliette Drouet to Victor Hugo, chronicling their profound love affair from 1833 until her death. These letters, many translated into English for the first time, provide a unique glimpse into 19th-century French culture and an intimate portrayal of Hugo's character, work habits, and daily life. Drouet's correspondence, averaging two letters a day, reveals the depth of their relationship and the impact it had on both their lives.