Victor Hugo

Mary Tudor (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This volume contains Victor Hugo's 1833 historical play, "e;Mary Tudor"e;. It portrays the rise, fall, and eventual execution of Fabiano Fabiani, a fictional favourite of Mary I of England (1516-1558). Fabiani is incarcerated within the Tower of London and remains there until his death, despite the Queen's later desire to spare his life. Highly recommended for lovers of historical Romance. Contents include: "e;First Day"e;, "e;Second Day"e;, "e;Third Day Part I. Which of the Two?"e;, and "e;Third Day Part II"e;. Victor Marie Hugo (1802 - 1885) was a French novelist, dramatist, and poet belonging to the Romantic movement. He is widely hailed as one of the most accomplished and well-known French writers, originally achieving renown for his poetical endeavours-the most notable of which are the volumes "e;Les Contemplations"e; and "e;La Legende des siecles"e;. Outside of his native country, Hugo's best-known works are his novels: "e;Les Miserables"e; (1862) and "e;Notre-Dame de Paris"e; (1831), commonly known as "e;The Hunchback of Notre-Dame"e;. Aside from his literary achievements, he also produced over 4,000 beautiful drawings and was a prominent campaigner for social and political issues, including abolishing capital punishment. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Read Books Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 136
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Februar 2017
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781473350342
• Artikelnr.: 47989071

Autorenporträt

Victor-Marie Hugo was a prominent French author, poet, essayist, playwright, and politician. Born on February 26, 1802, in Besan on, France, Hugo became one of the most important figures in French literature and a leading figure in the Romantic movement. His career spanned over six decades, during which he wrote numerous works in various genres. Hugo is best known for his novels Les Mis rables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, which have become staples in world literature. His writing not only explored themes of love, justice, and social issues but also conveyed strong political messages, often advocating for the rights of the oppressed. Beyond literature, Hugo was also involved in politics and was exiled for his opposition to Napoleon III. His works continue to influence writers, poets, and thinkers around the world. He passed away on May 22, 1885, at the age of 83 in Paris, leaving behind a legacy as one of France s most beloved literary figures. His works remain enduring symbols of the struggle for justice and human dignity.