Claude Gueux
Claude Gueux is a short narrative by Victor Hugo, written in the 19th century, that tells the tragic story of a man imprisoned for theft who becomes a murderer while incarcerated and is ultimately executed. The book includes two additional chapters by editor Gustave Simon, providing historical context about the real Claude Gueux. This work highlights themes of social injustice and the consequences of poverty, reflecting Hugo's critique of society's treatment of the marginalized.
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