The Reflection of Social Injustice: Los Miserables by Víctor Hugo

The video discusses the main work of French romanticism, 'Les Misérables', written by Victor Hugo.

It introduces the protagonist, Jean Valjean, who is a former convict rejected by society.

The pivotal moment in the story occurs when Valjean is shown kindness and forgiveness by Bishop Bienvenu, prompting him to reflect and choose a path of doing good.

Fantín, a hardworking woman, is separated from her daughter Cosette and falls into poverty.

Fantín sells her hair, teeth, and even resorts to prostitution to survive.

After being mistaken for a criminal, Fantín confronts her conscience and decides to turn herself in, promising to protect her dying friend's daughter.

📚 The video is about the story of Les Misérables by Victor Hugo.

👨‍👧 Jean Valjean takes care of Cosette as his own daughter.

💔 Marius falls in love with Cosette, who is the daughter of the Thénardiers.

💡 The video is a summary of Victor Hugo's novel 'Les Misérables', which spans 20 years and explores themes of politics, social classes, romantic love, and moral relativism.

💡 The main character, Jean Valjean, helps a man named Marius and forgives his pursuers, displaying conflict between duty and moral values.

💡 The story ends with Valjean's death, and Marius discovers that Valjean had saved his life, providing closure to their relationship.

The book 'Los miserables de Víctor Hugo' is a portrayal of social injustices and prejudices in society, serving as a reflection on the author's political and intellectual views.

Victor Hugo, a prominent figure in French Romanticism, not only excelled in novel writing but also in poetry and theater.

The novel offers a vivid portrayal of 19th-century French and Western society, capturing the struggles of its characters and shedding light on societal issues.