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Un enregistrement exceptionnel : les cinq volumes des "Misérables", un des plus grands romans de la littérature française, enfin disponibles en livre audio. Jean Valjean, Cosette, les Thénardier, Gavroche, ou encore Javert sont autant de noms qui résonnent au-delà de l'histoire qui les a fait naître. Ces misérables sont décrits à la fois comme des archétypes du genre humain, mais aussi comme les produits d'une société génératrice de pauvreté, d'ignorance et de désespoir.

Les Misérables is set in Paris after the French Revolution. In the sewers and backstreets, we encounter "the wolf-like tread of crime", and assassination for a few sous is all in a day's work. We weep with the unlucky and heart-broken Fantine, and we exult with the heroic revolutionaries of the barricades; but above all we thrill to the steadfast courage and nobility of soul of ex-convict Jean Valjean, always in danger from the relentless pursuit of the diabolical Inspector Javert.

One of the great classics of world literature and the inspiration for the most beloved stage musical of all time, Les Misérables is legendary author Victor Hugo’s masterpiece. This extraordinary English version by renowned translator Julie Rose captures all the majesty and brilliance of Hugo’s work. Here is the timeless story of the quintessential hunted man—Jean Valjean—and the injustices, violence, and social inequalities that torment him.

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by an ensemble cast which includes the BAFTA award-winning actor Adeel Akhtar (Killing Eve; The Night Manager; Les Miserables), Adrian Scarborough (Gavin and Stacey; The King's Speech), Natalie Simpson (Outlander; Les Miserables), Emma...

In the grotesque bell-ringer Quasimodo, Victor Hugo created one of the most vivid characters in classic fiction. Quasimodo's doomed love for the beautiful gypsy girl Esmeralda is an example of the traditional love theme of beauty and the beast. Yet, set against the massive background of Notre Dame de Paris and interwoven with the sacred and secular life of medieval France, it takes on a larger perspective.

Esmeralda, Quasimodo, Fleur de Lys, Frolo, autant de noms qui résonnent au-delà des siècles. Sans cesse incarnés sous toutes les formes possibles, les personnages de Victor Hugo appartiennent au patrimoine littéraire mondial.

Victor Hugo nous fait entrer dans la tête d'un condamné à mort qui attend son exécution. On ignore qui il est, quel crime il a commis. Car l'auteur ne veut pas débattre mais montrer l'horreur et l'absurdité de la situation. Son texte a une telle puissance de suggestion que l'auditeur, s'identifiant au narrateur, partage avec lui l'angoisse et les vaines espérances. Réquisitoire le plus véhément jamais prononcé contre la peine de mort, ce roman est aussi une admirable leçon d'écriture et d'humanité.

Les jours heureux s’écoulent sur la petite île de Guernesey. Gilliat, le plus doué, sans doute, des marins de l’île tombe secrètement amoureux de Déruchette, fille adoptive de Mess Lethierry, un armateur et un notable de l’île, sans espoir car qui est-il pour espèrer pouvoir lui plaire. Mais voilà qu’à la suite d’un sabotage, le bateau de Mess Lethierry, un steamer nommé la Durande, s’échoue sur de dangereux récifs.

Set in the Parisian underworld and plotted like a detective story, Les Miserables follows Jean Valjean, originally an honest peasant, who has been imprisoned for 19 years for stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister's starving family. A hardened criminal upon his release, he eventually reforms, becoming a successful industrialist and town mayor. Despite this, he is haunted by an impulsive former crime and is pursued relentlessly by the police inspector Javert.

In the gripping conclusion of this epic tale, an ex-convict defies the odds by breaking parole and striving to lead an honorable life. However, his past wont let him go easily as a relentless police inspector closes in. Along his journey, he becomes embroiled in a revolution, takes on the role of a father to an orphaned girl, and finds himself in intense confrontations. Join us for a thrilling ride filled with action, redemption, and heart. (Summary by smileyman457)

In this gripping fourth installment, an ex-convict defies the odds after breaking parole, striving to lead a virtuous life while being relentlessly pursued by a determined police inspector. As he navigates the challenges ahead, he becomes embroiled in a revolution, finds a daughter to cherish, and engages in fierce confrontations. Join us for an exhilarating journey filled with redemption, struggle, and unexpected twists! (Summary by smileyman457)

In the thrilling third volume of this epic tale, an ex-convict escapes the shackles of his past and strives to carve out a new life as a morally upright man. However, his quest for redemption is thwarted by a relentless police inspector on his tail. As he navigates the tumultuous waters of revolution, forms an unexpected bond with a daughter he adopts, and engages in fierce confrontations, the stakes have never been higher. Join us for a captivating journey filled with action, emotional depth, and the struggle for a better life. (Summary by smileyman457)

Marion de Lorme is a captivating play that delves into the life of a renowned French courtesan, exploring her intricate relationships with the powerful men of her time. Through a rich tapestry of characters, the story unveils the complexities of love, ambition, and societal norms in 17th-century France. Join us as we journey through this historical narrative filled with intrigue and passion.

The Man Who Laughs is a captivating novel by Victor Hugo, first published in April 1869 under the French title LHomme qui rit. It tells a powerful story of love, identity, and societal struggles, also known by the title By Order of the King. (Introduction by Wikipedia)

Immerse yourself in one of the greatest literary tragedies of all time with The Hunchback of Notre Dame. This timeless tale introduces unforgettable characters such as Quasimodo, the tormented bell-ringer of Notre-Dame de Paris; the sinister priest Claude Frollo, whose obsessive desires lead to ruin; and Esmeralda, the enchanting gypsy who faces wrongful condemnation. Join us as we explore themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against societal injustice. (Summary by Mark Nelson)

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Guernsey, the island where Victor Hugo spent 15 years in exile. In Toilers of the Sea, Hugo transforms everyday events into a gripping drama set against the backdrop of a tight-knit island community, just after the Napoleonic Wars. The story follows Gilliatt, a misunderstood Guernseyman who falls in love with Deruchette, the niece of a local shipowner, Mess Lethierry. When Lethierrys ship meets its fate on a treacherous reef, Deruchette vows to marry whoever can retrieve the ships steam engine. Gilliatt, undeterred by the scorn of his neighbors, ...

In the gripping second installment of this classic tale, an ex-convict breaks parole in search of redemption, only to find himself relentlessly pursued by a determined police inspector. As he strives to forge a new life as a virtuous man, he becomes embroiled in a revolution, embraces fatherhood by adopting a daughter, and engages in fierce confrontations. Join us on this thrilling journey of struggle, love, and resilience. (Summary by smileyman457)

Dive into the gripping tale of an ex-convict who breaks parole in search of redemption. As he strives to become a righteous man, he finds himself relentlessly pursued by a determined police inspector. Along his journey, he becomes entangled in a revolution, adopts a daughter, and confronts his past in unexpected ways. Join us for a thrilling adventure filled with heart and action! (Summary by smileyman457)

Joss Ackland, Roger Allam and Leslie Phillips star in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel. When poverty drives Jean Valjean to steal a loaf of bread from a baker’s window, it is an action that will haunt him for the rest of his life. A citizen of...

Véhément plaidoyer contre la peine de mort, ce journal d'un condamné à mort nous livre les derniers instants et les dernières pensées d'un homme qui va bientôt être guillotiné sur la Place de Grève. "Condamné à mort ! Voilà cinq semaines que j'habite avec cette pensée, toujours seul avec elle, toujours glacé de sa présence, toujours courbé sous son poids ! Autrefois, car il me semble qu'il y a plutôt des années que des semaines, j'étais un homme comme un autre homme."