On one level Les Miserables is a detective story in which the relentless Inspector Javert obsessively pursues the escaped convict Jean Valjean. On another level, it is a drama of crime, punishment and rehabilitation set against a panoramic description of French society after Napoleon. But above all, Hugo’s masterpiece is about the metaphysical struggle between good and evil in the soul of every man.

It is a plea for social justice, political enlightenment and personal charity. From the Hardcover edition.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores compelling themes of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation.
• Offers a panoramic description of French society after Napoleon.
• Examines the metaphysical struggle between good and evil.
• Presents a plea for social justice and personal charity.

About the Author

Victor Hugo is a celebrated French novelist, poet, and playwright of the Romantic movement. His works are known for their social commentary, historical scope, and exploration of human nature. Hugo's writing often championed the marginalized and advocated for social justice. Les Misérables, his most famous work, is a testament to his profound understanding of humanity.