Les Miserables (Modern Library Giant; G3)

Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Edge wear. Clean, unmarked pages. "Les Miserables is a novel set in early 19th-century France, chronicling the life of Jean Valjean, a man released from prison after serving nineteen years for stealing bread to feed his sister's starving family. The story explores themes of justice, redemption, and the struggles of the impoverished. Valjean's journey begins with his release and subsequent hardships as he seeks to rebuild his life while being pursued by Javert, a relentless police inspector committed to upholding the law. The narrative intertwines the lives of various characters, including Fantine, a mother forced into despair, and her daughter Cosette, who becomes a symbol of innocence and hope.".