The Memoirs of Victor Hugo by Victor Hugo

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Author Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Title The Memoirs of Victor Hugo
Credits Produced by Peter Snow Cao, and Yi Guan Miao Fang Cao Jie, and David Widger
Summary "The Memoirs of Victor Hugo" by Victor Hugo is a collection of autobiographical reflections and historical accounts written during the late 19th century. The text follows the life of the renowned French author, providing a vivid portrayal of his experiences and observations throughout a transformative era in France, marked by political upheaval and cultural evolution. The opening of this memoir establishes the dual nature of the work as both historical and intimate, delving into Hugo's personal encounters and impressions of significant events, including the coronation of Charles X and the execution of Louis XVI. The narrative begins with Hugo recalling a trip to Rheims in 1825, where he first heard of Shakespeare, intertwining memories of royal ceremonies with reflections on art and literature. Initial snapshots depict not only the grandeur of the era but also the naïveté and folly of the characters involved in these historical moments. This blend of personal memoir and historical commentary sets the stage for a rich exploration of Hugo's life, littered with anecdotes that reflect the wider societal transformations of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Autobiographies
Subject Authors, French -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Category Text
EBook-No. 2523
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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