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The Man Who Laughs

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The Man Who Laughs, by Victor Hugo, set in England during the reigns of James II and Queen Anne, explores the cruel aristocracy through the life of Gwynplaine, a disfigured nobleman. Accompanied by the vagabond philosopher Ursus, Gwynplaine's permanent smile has inspired numerous artists and filmmakers.

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The Man Who Laughs, Victor Hugo

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English
Publisher
Good Press
ISBN13
9788027287093
First published
1869
Original title
ĽHomme qui rit
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The Man Who Laughs, by Victor Hugo, set in England during the reigns of James II and Queen Anne, explores the cruel aristocracy through the life of Gwynplaine, a disfigured nobleman. Accompanied by the vagabond philosopher Ursus, Gwynplaine's permanent smile has inspired numerous artists and filmmakers.