Les Misérables is a French historical novel by Victor Hugo, set between 1815 and the 1832 June Rebellion in Paris. Victor Hugo takes readers deep into the Parisian underworld, following the lives and interactions of several characters: ex-convict Jean Valjean, the grisette Fantine and her daughter Cosette, the inspector Javert, the rogue Th?nardier and his family, the revolutionist Enjolras, and the student Marius. The novel elaborates upon the history of modern France, justice, religion, and the nature of romantic and familial love. In Volume II, Valjean and Cosette tries to live a normal life in Paris, but fate continues to conspire against Valjean when he is recognised and confronted by the rogue Th?nardiers. The city simmers with revolution, and the impressionable student Marius joins the charismatic Enjolras in organising an uprising. At the same time, he has also fallen in love with Cosette, but the lovers face being torn apart…

Les Misérables is a French historical novel by Victor Hugo, set between 1815 and the 1832 June Rebellion in Paris. Victor Hugo takes readers deep into the Parisian underworld, following the lives and interactions of several characters: ex-convict Jean Valjean, the grisette Fantine and her daughter Cosette, the inspector Javert, the rogue Th?nardier and his family, the revolutionist Enjolras, and the student Marius. The novel elaborates upon the history of modern France, justice, religion, and the nature of romantic and familial love. Volume III finds the revolution on the brink of collapse, as Valjean juggles between rescuing Javert and Marius and his aversion to them. Having survived the revolution, Marius is reunited with Cosette, but has to confront the truth of Valjean’s past. Meanwhile, Th?nardier tries to defraud Marius using his old tricks, and unknowingly helps to untangle the truth of everything…

Les Misérables is a French historical novel by Victor Hugo, set between 1815 and the 1832 June Rebellion in Paris. Victor Hugo takes readers deep into the Parisian underworld, following the lives and interactions of several characters: ex-convict Jean Valjean, the grisette Fantine and her daughter Cosette, the inspector Javert, the rogue Th?nardier and his family, the revolutionist Enjolras, and the student Marius. The novel elaborates upon the history of modern France, justice, religion, and the nature of romantic and familial love. Volume I takes the readers through the life of Jean Valjean, as he grapples with an outcast life as an ex-convict. A chance encounter with a saintly priest sets him on the path of life as an honest and successful man. Meanwhile, he tries to take care of the grisette Fantine and rescue her daughter Cosette, but has to struggle between continuing to hiding his past identity or following his conscience and risk returning to prison…

Les Misérables is a French historical novel by Victor Hugo, set between 1815 and the 1832 June Rebellion in Paris, It ranks among the greatest novels of all time. Victor Hugo takes readers deep into the Parisian underworld. The novel follows the lives and interactions of several characters : the struggles and redemption of ex-convict Jean Valjean, the desperation of the prostitute Fantine and her innocent daughter Cosette, the amorality of the rogue Thénardier and the universal desire to escape the prisons of our own minds. The novel elaborates upon the history of France, justice, religion, and the nature of romantic and familial love. According to the author: "The book is a progress from evil to good, from falsehood to truth, from bestiality to duty, from hell to heaven." The extravagant spectacle dazzles the senses and has touched hearts worldwide since its publication.

Les Misérables Volume One: Fantine is the introduction to Victor Hugo’s acclaimed historical novel centering a weary hero and heroine torn by poverty and politics. It’s a captivating story marked by love, betrayal and ultimately, loss. The story follows former convict, Jean Valjean, who spent nearly two decades in prison for stealing food for his family. After he’s released, Valjean is unable to find work or proper lodging. He’s forced to sleep on the streets before a kind soul offers him food and shelter. Valjean decides to change his name, creating a new life for himself as a successful factory owner and mayor. Valjean’s rise coincides with the decline of a young woman named Fantine. She is a single mother who is struggling to support her daughter Cosette. Due to the child’s illegitimacy, Fantine is unable to keep a job and is forced into prostitution. When the overzealous Inspector Javert arrests Fantine, the mayor intervenes on her behalf. This decision leads to an unexpected reveal and unfortunate tragedy. Les Misérables Volume One: Fantine features two of the most popular literary characters ever created. Both Fantine and Jean Valjean are beloved yet harrowing figures. They are part of a captivating tale that’s been adapted multiple times for stage, television and film. The most notable being the 2012 Oscar-winning production from director, Tom Hooper. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Les Misérables Volume One: Fantine is both modern and readable.

At the height of the student revolt, Valjean arrives at the barricade and saves multiple lives including Marius, who is still eager to find Cosette. Despite his family and Valjean’s reservations, Marius is committed to marrying her. Jean Valjean joins the revolt and finds the streets in disarray. He locates Marius who has been badly injured but is still alive. While attempting to bring Marius to safety, Valjean encounters a couple of dangerous figures from his past. Inspector Javert finds himself in a peculiar position where Valjean expresses mercy instead of vengeance. It’s an unsuspecting act that challenges his outlook. Elsewhere, Marius heals and finally reunites with Cosette. The couple decides to get married but are blindsided by Valjean’s unspoken truth. Les Misérables Volume Five: Jean Valjean is a brilliant finale to one of the most revered novels of all-time. It is a compelling story marked by unforgettable characters. This is a captivating tale that’s been adapted multiple times for stage, television and film. The most notable being the 2012 Oscar-winning production from director, Tom Hooper. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Les Misérables Volume Five: Jean Valjean is both modern and readable.

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After Fantine’s death, her daughter Cosette remains at the inn where she endures frequent abuse from the owners before the unexpected arrival of Jean Valjean. The duo unites and work to create a better life for themselves away from the city. Following the events of Les Misérables Volume One: Fantine, Jean Valjean is once again on the wrong side of the law. After being sentenced to hard labor and eventually the death penalty, he barely escapes with his life. He travels to an inn where he encounters Cosette, the orphaned daughter of Fantine. He notices her abusive living conditions and attempts to remove her from the innkeepers care. Together, Jean and Cosette break away from the clutches of the owners as well as the cruel Inspector Javert. Les Misérables Volume Two: Cosette is the continuation of the tumultuous story of Jean Valjean. This is one part of a captivating tale that’s been adapted multiple times for stage, television and film. The most notable being the 2012 Oscar-winning production from director, Tom Hooper. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Les Misérables Volume Two: Cosette is both modern and readable.

Translated by Julie Rose Introduction by Adam Gopnik In this major new rendition by the acclaimed translator Julie Rose, Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables is revealed in its full, unabridged glory. A favorite of readers for nearly 150 years, this stirring tale of crime, punishment, justice, and redemption pulses with life. Featuring such unforgettable characters as the quintessential prisoner of conscience Jean Valjean, the relentless police detective Javert, and the tragic prostitute Fantine and her innocent daughter, Cosette, Hugo’s epic novel sweeps readers from the French provinces to the back alleys of Paris, and from the battlefield of Waterloo to the bloody ramparts of Paris during the uprising of 1832. With an Introduction by Adam Gopnik, this Modern Library edition is an outstanding translation of a masterpiece that continues to astonish and entertain readers around the world.