Les Misérables, v. 3/5: Marius

Name: Les Misérables, v. 3/5: Marius
Author: Victor Hugo

By Victor Hugo

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A young man becomes estranged from his stern grandfather because of his late father's political legacy and drifts into the life of Paris's streets, forming ties with a band of idealistic youths and a resourceful gamin. He endures poverty, befriends an elderly pensioner, and observes the city's downtrodden while falling in distant love with a sheltered young woman. Encounters with petty criminals and a plotted arrest expose social injustice and danger, shaping his moral awakening and drawing him toward the political ferment that culminates in an impending urban uprising.

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Victor Hugo

Victor Hugo (1802-1885) was a prominent French writer, poet, and playwright, known for his significant contributions to literature and social justice. His most famous work, "Les Misérables," explores themes of redemption and the struggles of the poor in 19th-century France. Hugo's literary career spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and essays, with notable works such as "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" and "Ninety-Three." He was also an outspoken advocate for human rights and political reform, using his platform to address social issues of his time. Hugo's legacy endures as a key figure in the Romantic literary movement, influencing generations of writers and thinkers.