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Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this romantic masterpiece delves into themes of identity and societal injustice. The narrative follows a disfigured protagonist, exploring deep emotional struggles and the impact of physical appearance on one's fate. Victor-Marie Hugo, renowned for his literary contributions, weaves a tale that challenges social norms and highlights the resilience of the human spirit, making this work a significant part of his literary legacy alongside his more famous novels.
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The Man Who Laughs, Victor Hugo
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- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- The Man Who Laughs
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Victor Hugo
- Publisher
- Norilana Books
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 672
- ISBN13
- 9781934169001
- 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 against the backdrop of 19th-century France, this romantic masterpiece delves into themes of identity and societal injustice. The narrative follows a disfigured protagonist, exploring deep emotional struggles and the impact of physical appearance on one's fate. Victor-Marie Hugo, renowned for his literary contributions, weaves a tale that challenges social norms and highlights the resilience of the human spirit, making this work a significant part of his literary legacy alongside his more famous novels.