Victor Hugo, Les Miserables (Vol Quotes
A collection of quotes by Victor Hugo, Les Miserables (Vol.
Victor Hugo was a renowned French writer and poet, best known for his epic novel Les Misérables. Born on February 26, 1802, in Besançon, France, Hugo developed a love for literature from a young age. He published his first poetry collection at the age of 20 and soon became a leading figure in the Romantic literary movement.
Hugo's literary career reached new heights with the publication of Notre-Dame de Paris (The Hunchback of Notre-Dame) in 1831. However, it was his masterpiece Les Misérables, published in 1862, that cemented his reputation as one of the greatest writers in history. The novel, set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, explores themes of love, justice, and redemption, ultimately becoming a symbol of social critique and compassion.
Hugo's passionate writing style and social activism made him a prominent figure in French politics and society. He advocated for social justice and condemned injustice, particularly in his book William Shakespeare, where he declared "Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come." Hugo's political involvement reached its peak during the French Revolution of 1848 when he briefly served as a member of the National Assembly.
Victor Hugo's immense contribution to literature continues to be celebrated today. He died on May 22, 1885, leaving behind a legacy of literary excellence and a lasting impact on the world of words.
