Toilers of the Sea

2024년 5월 · The Collected Complete Works of Victor Hugo 6권 · Minerva Heritage Press

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A new translation from the original French manuscripts of Victor Hugo's classic 1866 Toilers of the Sea (Les Travailleurs de la mer). "Toilers of the Sea" is sweeping epic a novel that explores the themes of heroism, sacrifice, and redemption through the story of a fisherman who battles the forces of nature to save his island home. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of the sea and its portrayal of the inner turmoil of the protagonist. It is considered one of Hugo's most accomplished works and a classic of French literature. The novel is a dedication and homage to the isle of Guernsey and it's people, where Hugo spent 15 years of his life while in exile.

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Victor Hugo (1802-1885) was a French poet, novelist, and dramatist, widely regarded as one of the most important writers in French literature and a leading figure of Romanticism. His works, which include Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, address themes of social injustice, human suffering, and the struggle for redemption, often set against the backdrop of historical events. Hugos writing combines a deep empathy for the marginalized with powerful critiques of political and social systems, capturing the complexities of human nature. He was also an outspoken advocate for social reform and a champion of freedom of expression, actively participating in the political arena of his time. He was a contemporary of Charles Dickens, whom he met in person.