Biography of Victor Hugo

Sam Morgan

Biographies of Authors Book 34 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)

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Victor Hugo, one of France’s greatest writers, captured the struggles and triumphs of humanity in his monumental works. Born in 1802 in Besançon, France, Hugo’s life spanned a period of political upheaval and artistic transformation. This biography explores his early success as a poet, his role as a Romantic pioneer, and his enduring novels, including Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. Hugo’s works championed social justice, human dignity, and the plight of the marginalized, making him a voice for the oppressed. Beyond his literary achievements, Hugo’s political activism and exile during Napoleon III’s rule reveal his unwavering commitment to freedom. This book offers a rich account of Hugo’s creative genius, his personal challenges, and his enduring influence on literature and society.

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