The Man Who Laughs by Victor Hugo (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
Feb 2016 · BrightSummaries.com
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Unlock the more straightforward side of The Man Who Laughs with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!
This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Man Who Laughs by Victor Hugo, a grandiose and poetic novel, in which a man who has been terribly disfigured as a child represents the fate of the people. Torn between carnal passion and pure love, struggling for his survival, hindered by his laughable face, the hero’s destiny is rich in tragedies and unexpected twists. Hugo wrote the novel while living on the Channel Islands, after he had been exiled there following his controversial, politically-charged writing. The Man Who Laughs has since been adapted for screen and stage many times, and continues to entertain audiences around the world.
Find out everything you need to know about The Man Who Laughs in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Man Who Laughs by Victor Hugo, a grandiose and poetic novel, in which a man who has been terribly disfigured as a child represents the fate of the people. Torn between carnal passion and pure love, struggling for his survival, hindered by his laughable face, the hero’s destiny is rich in tragedies and unexpected twists. Hugo wrote the novel while living on the Channel Islands, after he had been exiled there following his controversial, politically-charged writing. The Man Who Laughs has since been adapted for screen and stage many times, and continues to entertain audiences around the world.
Find out everything you need to know about The Man Who Laughs in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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