Les Orientales

Poetry

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About “Les Orientales”

Les Orientales is a collection of poems by Victor Hugo, inspired by the Greek War of Independence. The work was first published in January 1829. It reflects Hugo's engagement with the political and cultural themes of the time, particularly his support for the Greek struggle for independence. The poems highlight his fascination with the East and its imagery, blending personal emotion with historical context. The collection marks an important moment in Hugo's early literary career. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

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Published
1829

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Les Orientales by Victor Hugo has 272 pages.

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