Mar 03, 20 les miserables is a french historical novel by victor hugo, first published in 1862, that is considered one of the greatest novels of the nineteenth century. Were about 65% through anna karenina with the next book tbd. I finished les mis also unabridged a couple months ago. I have just finished reading this book, and can say it was as good as i expected but wow it isnt exaggerated that it is long.
Compiling a list of longest novels yields different results depending on whether pages, words or characters are counted. Les miserables by victor hugo 1987, paperback, unabridged. After his release, valjean plans to rob monseigneur myriel, a saintlike bishop, but cancels his plan. Sep 23, 2008 im using a copy from a library, and the cover is so messed up that i can hardly read the title. Read a plot overview of the entire book or a chapter by chapter summary. I havent read the count of monte cristo, but les miserables was incredible. For me, the first 100 pages of the book are extremely moving and thoughtprovoking but are. They allow you to find the word you need in seconds. Now a sixpart miniseries on masterpiece on pbs the only completely unabridged paperback edition of victor hugos masterpiecea sweeping. Anyone who loves the broadway musical will love this book. This is inspired by the same topic in the count of monte cristo discussions. Since victor hugo completed one of his opus dei almost 200 years ago, countless editions. Word counts of the most popular books in the world foster.
The heroine of tolstoys epic of love and selfdestruction, anna karenina has beauty, wealth, popularity and an adored son, but feels that her life is empty until she encounters the impetuous officer count vronsky. Word counts of the most popular books in the world. Leblancs return to the jondrettes that marius goes to the police station to make them aware of jondrettes plan. If you decide to go that route there are a lot of sections that deal with french history.
More than a fourth of the novel by one count 955 of 2,783 pages is devoted to essays that argue a moral point or. Anyway, i checked all over the inside and it doesnt say abridged and yes its extremely long so i think it isnt abridged. Les miserables by victor hugo brand for sale online ebay. Word count for famous novels, in ascending order by number of words. Les miserables illustrated by victor hugo nook book. Apr 25, 2008 listen to les miserables audiobook by victor hugo. Hugo vintage paperback of the famous les miserables by victor hugo. Les miserables, as a whole, is one the longest novels ever written with about 1,500 pages in unabridged english editions and 1,900 pages in french. If you dont have the patience for this the abridged may be a better option. Each book has a certain amount of points, and i have to get atleast 140 pts. By comparison to other unabridged translations, there are hundreds of pages of material, including entire sections, that.
Considered to be french novelist victor hugos masterpiece, les miserables, which was published in 1862, is a sprawling historical and philosophical epic that covers from 1815 through the paris uprising in 1832. The story of jean valjean, a poor french boy who is arrested at the age of 19 for stealing a loaf of bread for his family, and who is sentenced to the quarries for seven years. Oh you seem to read a lot, whats 1800 pages after all. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 1463 pages and is available in mass market paperback format. One of the great classics of world literature and the inspiration for the most beloved stage musical of all time, les miserables is legendary author victor hugos masterpiece. Although not included in our abridged version, the reader learns in the unabridged that during the afternoon before m. How many words does les miserables unabridged version by. An unabridged edition based on the wilbour translation with its language. Unabridged bilingual volume four of fivethe unabridged form of this story runs to over 1,900 pages in either french or english, necessitating multiple volumes of this bilingual edition, which is designed to assist those learning french. A rough way to count words in an english language text is to assume that a standard formatted page with 12 pt courier font and doublespaced lines is 250 words. Free download or read online les miserables pdf epub les miserables series book. The only completely unabridged paperback edition of victor hugos.
My edition of les miserables was abridged by lawrence m. Notable for its many subplots and digressions from the main storyline, the novels stated aim is a progress from evil to good, from injustice to justice, from falsehood to truth, which. The ultimate measure of a storys size is its wordcount, however, so the literary geeks here at foster grant have put together a list of many of. Les mis theyre currently finishing the 2019 read along war and peace theyre currently finishing the 2019 read along count of monte cristo. The lowestpriced brandnew, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging where packaging is applicable. Les miserables now a sixpart miniseries on masterpiece on pbs the only completely unabridged paperback edition of victor hugos masterpiecea sweeping tale of love, loss, valor, and passion. Granted, i feel that some of hugos descriptions are too lengthy, such as spending 60 pages of describing a buildingcovenant, but that adds to his charm.
This edition of les miserables looks and feels fabulous. In the englishspeaking world, the novel is usually referred to by its original french title, which can be translated from the french as. As you can tell, critical opinion doesnt count for much. So, there was a discussion that touched on les miserables and such, and i was inspired to read the dang thing. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
Introducing one of the most famous characters in literature, jean valjeanthe noble peasant imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread les mis rables ranks among the greatest novels of all time. It took me four months, because i would lose interest near the beginning of each volume when he talked about stuff that seemed less related. Collecting les miserables by hugo, victor first edition. Les miserables by victor hugo paste paste magazine.
Les miserables is a french historical novel by victor hugo, first published in 1862, that is. Les miserables, five volumes, complete by victor hugo. The unabridged form of this story runs to over 1,900 pages in either french or english, necessitating five volumes of this bilingual edition, which is designed to assist those learning french. Victor hugos les miserables debuted 150 years ago in 1862 and now has. Notable for its many subplots and digressions from the main storyline, the novels stated aim is a progress from evil to good, from. Les miserables by victor hugo and lee fahnestock and norman macafee overview now a sixpart miniseries on masterpiece on pbs the only completely unabridged paperback edition of victor hugos masterpiecea sweeping tale of love, loss, valor, and passion. Sparknotes is here for you weve got everything you need to ace or teach. In return, he receives a gun that he is to fire when it is time for the police to arrest the group of crooks. Les miserables is a novel by victor hugo that was first published in 1862. Book summary jean valjean, after spending nineteen years in jail and in the galleys for stealing a loaf of bread and for several attempts to escape, is finally released, but his past keeps haunting him.
Les miserables fully illustrated unabridged hapgood. Les miserables by victor hugo volume 4, part 1 full audio book. In the englishspeaking world, the novel is usually referred to by its original french title. Since victor hugo completed one of his opus dei almost 200 years ago, countless editions have been published, some good, some lessthangood. More than a quarter of the novelby one count 955 of 2,783 pagesis devoted to essays that argue a moral point or display hugos encyclopedic knowledge but do not advance the plot, nor even a subplot, a method hugo used in such other works as the hunchback of notre dame and toilers of the sea. If youre really up to it and like a good long book, the unabridged is about 4500 pages, but its divided into 5 volumes and then the books in each. This extraordinary english version by renowned translator julie rose captures all the majesty and brilliance of hugos work. I normally would never read an abridged version, but now i dont know if i should take the book back sometime next week and try to find an unabridged version, or if i should just read the one i have now. This copy if from 1987 and states it was the only complete and unabridged paperback edition at that time. This edition has complete and unabridged printed clearly on its cover. Im using a copy from a library, and the cover is so messed up that i can hardly read the title. In the sewers and backstreets we encounter the wolflike tread of crime, and assassination for a few sous is all in a days work. By victor hugo in bilingual and books tagged in classics, dual language. Victor hugo was a literary genius and the story he constructs here is full of amazing and unforgettable moments.
Les miserables by the french writer victor hugo starts with the release of jean valjean after 19 years of imprisonment. I know the unabridged version of the book starts out very slow, but i heard after that part the story. So long as there shall exist, by reason of law and custom, a social condemnation which, in the midst of civilization, artificially creates a hell on earth, and complicates with human fatality a destiny that is divine. Les miserables by victor hugo, julie rose waterstones. Problem is, i cant find a free english translation for my kindle, and my french is nowhere near good enough to read it in the original french. Jean valjean, after spending nineteen years in jail and in the galleys for stealing a loaf of bread and for several attempts to escape, is finally released, but his past keeps haunting him. It was approximately 1800 pages long and includes an almost 100 page long description of the battle of waterloo with second by second descriptions. At first impression it can seem as though hugo pointlessly digresses from the plot, often writing chapter after chapter at 100 page lengths on events such as the battle of waterloo, social background of the time, minor characters, etc. The unabridged sometimes went deeper into history and side tales than i expected but always came back to add depth to the story. The number of pages also doesnt help much, as publishers use different typefaces, page sizes, font sizes, etc. Les miserables fully illustrated unabridged hapgood translation is formatted for your ereader with a functional and detailed table of contents. This may be the second greatest story ever told this 1982 version is almost 1500 pages long and starts out slow, but it is just unfolding and preparing to show you its beautiful, breathless story.
Les miserables victor hugos classic tale follows the tragic life of jean valjean, an escaped convict who tries to do the right thing and put his past behind him but is constantly thwarted by a society unwilling to accept that a man can change. For me, the first 100 pages of the book are extremely moving and thoughtprovoking but are completely cut out. Les miserables, victor hugo les miserables is a french historical novel by victor hugo, first published in 1862, that is considered one of the greatest novels of the 19th century. It reveals the journey he went through until he met cosette, a little girl whom he took as his own daughter and the struggles that followed throughout his life. Les miserables one of frances finest literary works. More than a quarter of the novelby one count 955 of 2,783 pagesis. Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in nonretail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. Spanning decades at over 2000 pages long, les miserables may sound like a chore but it is well worth a read. Volume one of five the unabridged form of this story runs to over 1,900 pages in either french or english, necessitating multiple volumes of this bilingual edition, which is designed to assist those learning french. It is 1,220 pages long in this addition, however it is more than worth it. Les miserables is known to many through its numerous stage and screen adaptations, such as the stage musical of the same name, sometimes abbreviated les mis. I had to read the completely unabridged version of les miserables in high school. I did a year of war and peace in 2018, year of les miserables in 2019 and doing count for 2020.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Aug 03, 2017 there are no hardandfast rules when it comes to what word count a novel in a particular genre should be. The binding is sewn to the spine ensuring the longevity of the book. Information on buying and collecting les miserables by hugo, victor with a guide to first edition. The protagonist, jean valjean, is sentenced to prison for 19 years for stealing a loaf of bread. Oct 29, 2011 i went to the store today and bought les miserables, only to find out once i got home that it is the abridged version. From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the sparknotes les miserables study guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays. Les mis rables is a french historical novel by victor hugo, first published in 1862, that is considered one of the greatest novels of the nineteenth century. After receiving the book i realized it had very few pages, i compared it with a real complete and unabridged version of the book, and that one is over pages. However, there are averages and rough word counts expected by publishers. The unabridged version of his book is a 1,260 page book.
Les miserables signet classics by victor hugo paperback. Pdf les miserables book les miserables free download. Les miserables is a french historical novel by victor hugo, first published in 1862, that is considered one of the greatest novels of the 19th century. Length of a book is typically associated with its sizespecifically page count leading many to assume the largest and thickest book equates to its length. The binding is done using a leather like material which is feels very good in the hand. The end papers have the famous painting liberty leading the people.
Les miserables a new unabridged translation by victor h. The count of monte cristo tucker roadster all these bilingual editions are excellent. This version has just over 1450 pages, and claims to be the only complete and unabridged version. Oct 01, 2015 116 of 212 results for les miserables unabridged skip to main search results amazon prime. For average word counts based on genre, see this handy reference. You can skip those sections without taking away from the story. The count of monte cristo by alexandre dumas paperback. The first edition of the novel was published in 1862, and was written by victor hugo. Buy les miserables by victor hugo, julie rose from waterstones today. At another time, on receiving a notification of the decease of a gentleman of the countryside, wherein not only the dignities of the dead man, but also the feudal and noble qualifications of all his relatives, spread over an entire page. Les miserables abridged vs unabridged showing 150 of 84.
Based on this list compiled by nicole humphrey cook. Word count for famous novels organized by hawthorn mineart, under books, writing. How many words does les miserables unabridged version by victor hugo have. It is hardly surprising that victor hugos 1862 masterwork should have inspired one of the most phenomenally successful musicals in the history of the broadway stage. Les miserables audiobook by victor hugo, lee fahnestock. The nook book ebook of the les miserables the complete unabridged 5 volume edition with illustrations, victor. Of course, figures differ depending on which publisher you ask, so the following figures are merely approximations derived from various sources.
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