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Set in 17th-century England, the story follows Gwynplaine, a boy who is disfigured with a permanent grin, symbolizing the cruelty of society. As he grows up, he navigates love, identity, and social injustice, alongside his companion, Dea, who is blind. The novel explores themes of beauty, acceptance, and the human condition, highlighting the contrast between appearance and inner worth. Hugo's work has inspired various adaptations, showcasing its enduring impact on literature and film.
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The Man Who Laughs, Victor Hugo
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- The Man Who Laughs
- Subtitle
- A Romance of English History
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Victor Hugo
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 508
- ISBN13
- 9781618955173
- Series
- The Man Who Laughs
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, France, England, French Literature, Adapted for Film, 18th century, 17th century, Child Abductions, 17th-18th Century
- First published
- 1869
- Original title
- ĽHomme qui rit
- Rating
- 4.3 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 17th-century England, the story follows Gwynplaine, a boy who is disfigured with a permanent grin, symbolizing the cruelty of society. As he grows up, he navigates love, identity, and social injustice, alongside his companion, Dea, who is blind. The novel explores themes of beauty, acceptance, and the human condition, highlighting the contrast between appearance and inner worth. Hugo's work has inspired various adaptations, showcasing its enduring impact on literature and film.