The History of a Crime by Victor Hugo

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Author Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885
Translator Joyce, T. H.
Translator Locker, Arthur, 1828-1893
Uniform Title Histoire d'un crime. English
Title The History of a Crime
The Testimony of an Eye-Witness
Credits Etext produced by Stan Goodman, Beth Trapaga and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary "The History of a Crime" by Victor Hugo is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the events surrounding the coup d'état of December 2, 1851, when Louis Bonaparte manipulated a situation to dissolve the National Assembly and suppress political opposition. The narrative is intensely focused on the perspectives of various representatives, highlighting themes of betrayal, the struggle for democracy, and the moral dilemmas faced by those who stood against tyranny. At the start of the work, Hugo offers a gripping account of the atmosphere leading up to the coup, emphasizing the disbelief and eventual shock experienced by the representatives of the republic who were arrested in their homes. Through a series of dialogues and reflections from key characters, including a prominent representative, the unfolding crisis is vividly depicted, as they grapple with the implications of their leader's actions. The tension rises with the early-morning arrests, leaving the remaining representatives to rally and consider their response to defend the republic. Hugo masterfully lays the foundation for a story that reflects both the political upheaval of the time and the larger struggle of civic responsibility versus personal safety. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject France -- History -- 1789-1900
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EBook-No. 10381
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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