Toilers of the Sea

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Sprache - Englisch

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Toilers of the Sea (French: Les Travailleurs de la mer) is a novel by Victor Hugo published in 1866. The book is dedicated to the island of Guernsey, where Hugo spent 15 years in exile. The story concerns a Guernseyman named Gilliatt, a social outcast who falls in love with Deruchette, the niece of a local shipowner, Mess Lethierry. When Lethierry's ship is wrecked on the double Douvres, a perilous reef, Deruchette promises to marry whoever can salvage the ship's steam engine. Excerpt: "Christmas Day in the year 182- was somewhat remarkable on the island of Guernsey. Snow fell on that day. In the Channel Islands, a frosty winter is uncommon, and a fall of snow is an event. On that Christmas morning, the road which skirts the seashore from St. Peter's Port to the Vale was clothed in white. From midnight till the break of day the snow had been falling."


About the Author

Victor Hugo (1802-1885), a towering figure in French literature and a leading contributor to the Romantic movement, remains celebrated for his profound influence on the literary world. Hugo's works encompass a diverse array of genres, including poetry, drama, and novels. His lyrical style blended with social commentary solidifies his legacy as not just a writer but also a social critic and thinker. Renowned for novels such as 'Les Misérables' and 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame', Hugo's repertoire also includes the lesser-known but equally compelling 'Toilers of the Sea' (French: 'Les Travailleurs de la mer'), published in 1866. This work, set in the Channel Islands, echoes with Hugo's characteristic theme of existential struggle against nature, as well as a reflection on love, fate, and the fight for justice. Apart from his prolific literary output, Hugo was also a vociferous advocate for social causes, such as the abolition of the death penalty. His literary craftsmanship, combined with his mastery in creating complex characters and intricate plots, cements Hugo as an essential figure in world literature. His influence extends beyond the written word, as his works continue to inspire adaptations across various artistic forms, from the stage to the silver screen.

Product Details

Publisher: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Language: English

Size: 363 Pages

Filesize: 733.2 KB

ISBN: 8596547410287

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