19th century France. The defeat at Waterloo ended Napoleon's rule as Emperor of the French. The ex-convict Jean Valjean takes care of Cosette, a little orphan, but he cannot escape his dark past. Discovered by police inspector in Paris, Valjean has to run...According to the author: "The book is a progress from evil to good, from falsehood to truth, from bestiality to duty, from hell to heaven". The exceptional edition decorated with 45 illustrations of 19th century top French artists who raised simple drawing to a level of most inspiring art. Detailed Table of Contents helps readers navigate to specific parts of the text. A film with Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe and Anne Hathaway was based on that novel. Includes 45 unique illustrations relevant to the book.
- ISBN10 1300861541
- ISBN13 9781300861546
- Publish Date 3 December 2013
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Lulu.com
- Format eBook (OEB)
- Language English