Les Miserables Author: Victor Hugo Retail Price: $11.99 Our Price: $8.99 Save: 3.00 (25.02%) Availability: In Stock        Les Misérables' classic story has been retold on stage, in film, and in song. Read the entire story in this complete and unabridged paperback edition! Jean Valjean was convicted for stealing a loaf of bread; upon his release, hardened by years of labor, he steals a pair of candlesticks from a priest. . . and upon his re-capture for the crime, is changed by the priest's forgiveness and grace towards him. He becomes a factory owner, then a mayor, even taking upon himself a small child, Cosette, who was the daughter of one of his employees. However, he is hunted by Inspector Javert, and his reformed life is constantly under threat of discovery. Set against the June Rebellion, this historical novel is renowned for its epic storyline that covers the French political and judicial systems along with the intricate motivations of its memorable cast of characters. Translated by Lee Fahnestock and Norman Macafee, based on the 19th century Charles E. Wilbour translation. With an introduction by Lee Fahnestock and a new afterward by Chris Bohjalian. 1472 pages, softcover. Similar Items you may enjoy! Les Miserables Author: Victor Hugo Our Price: $7.29 Les Miserables Author: Victor Hugo Our Price: $28.80 Les Miserables Author: Victor Hugo and Isabel F. Hapgood(Translator) Our Price: $18.99 Les Miserables Author: Victor Hugo Our Price: $13.50

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