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The History of a Crime / The Testimony of an Eye-Witness

By Victor Hugo
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The author offers a contemporaneous account of a political seizure of power and its aftermath, organized as four days—ambush, struggle, massacre, victory—detailing arrests, night raids, barricade fighting, military and police actions, popular resistance, expulsions and exile, and legal and moral consequences. It blends eyewitness reportage, personal testimony, and political analysis to recount how state forces moved against elected representatives and civic institutions, the improvisations and defeats of insurgent forces, episodes of brutality and lawlessness, and the ensuing trials, purges, and exile. The narrative alternates descriptive scene-setting with polemic reflections on legitimacy, duty, and the ethics of resistance.

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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.

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