The History of a Crime by Victor Hugo, Fiction, Historical, Classics, Literary

Victor Hugo's life and works reflect the turbulent political landscape of 19th-century France, from the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte to the establishment of the Republic. His opposition to Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte led to a lengthy exile, during which he penned significant works, including Histoire d'un Crime, detailing the rise of Napoleon III. Hugo's literary legacy, featuring masterpieces like Les Miserables and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, encompasses a vast collection of manuscripts that continue to resonate with readers despite fluctuating popularity.