The Life and Works of Victor Hugo

“Discover the Life and Works of Victor Hugo: A Giant of French Literature”.
“Explore the fascinating life and monumental work of Victor Hugo, one of the greatest writers of French literature. In this video, we dive into his novels, poems, and plays, highlighting his literary and social influence.”
Childhood and youth:
Born February 26, 1802, in Besançon.
Son of a general in Napoleon's army, which enabled him to travel throughout Europe.
Hugo showed an early talent for writing, winning literary prizes in his teens.
Literary career:
Hugo began publishing poetry at a young age.
His first novel, Han d'Islande, was published in 1823.
With Cromwell (1827), he wrote a famous preface that marked the birth of Romantic drama.
Political involvement :
Hugo was involved in politics, becoming a fervent republican.
Elected deputy for the Second Republic in 1848.
After Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte's coup d'état in 1851, Hugo went into exile in Jersey, then Guernsey, where he remained until the fall of the Second Empire in 1870.
Return to France and last years:
Back in France after the fall of Napoleon III, Hugo is hailed as a national hero.
He died on May 22, 1885. His funeral was attended by millions, and he is buried in the Pantheon in Paris.
Works by Victor Hugo
Hernani (1830):
A play that marked the triumph of Romanticism over Classicism.
The “Battle of Hernani” is famous for having provoked quarrels between supporters of Romanticism and Classicism.
Notre-Dame de Paris (1831):
The novel features Quasimodo, the bellringer of Notre-Dame, and Esmeralda, a beautiful gypsy.
This work raised public awareness of the need to preserve historic monuments.
Les Châtiments (1853):
A series of satirical and political poems denouncing Napoleon III's coup d'état.
Written during his exile, these poems show his commitment to fighting tyranny.
Les Contemplations (1856):
This collection of poems reflects on life, love, death and spirituality.
The death of his daughter Léopoldine in 1843 had a profound influence on this work.
Les Misérables (1862):
This monumental novel explores social inequality and redemption through the adventures of Jean Valjean.
The novel is a social critique and a plea for justice and compassion.
The Man Who Laughs (1869):
A novel that explores the nature of justice and social injustice.
The story of a young man disfigured and used as a fairground attraction.
Influence and legacy
Literary impact: Hugo influenced many writers and poets around the world with his romantic style and social themes.
Social commitment: His advocacy of human rights, the abolition of the death penalty, and social justice has had a lasting impact.
Memory and Tributes: His Paris home, 6 place des Vosges, is now a museum. His contribution to French literature and society is commemorated in many places.
Victor Hugo remains a central figure in French culture, celebrated for the depth and diversity of his work, as well as for his political and social commitment.

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