Description
“The Hunchback of Notre-Dame” (French: “Notre-Dame de Paris”) is a novel written by the renowned French author Victor Hugo. It was first published in 1831. The novel is set in Paris during the late 15th century and is known for its vivid depiction of the city and its famous cathedral, Notre-Dame.
The story revolves around several characters, including Quasimodo, the deformed and deaf bell-ringer of Notre-Dame; Esmeralda, a beautiful gypsy dancer; and Claude Frollo, the archdeacon of Notre-Dame. The novel explores themes of love, passion, justice, and the human condition against the backdrop of medieval Paris.
One of the central themes of the novel is the dichotomy between the physical and spiritual aspects of humanity, as represented by the deformed Quasimodo and the morally conflicted archdeacon Frollo. The novel also serves as a social commentary on the city of Paris and its architecture and as a call for the preservation of historical landmarks like Notre-Dame.
“The Hunchback of Notre-Dame” is considered a classic of French literature and is admired for its rich character development and historical descriptions. It has been adapted into numerous films, stage plays, and other forms of media over the years, making it one of Hugo’s most enduring and well-known works.
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