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Toilers Of The Sea Prose Books by Victor Hugo.

Synopsis

Title: Toilers of the Sea
Author/Publisher: Victor Hugo (Thomas Y Crowell and Company)
Publication Year: 1888
Format: Cloth-bound volume

GATSBY'S is pleased to present this early edition of 'Toilers of the Sea' (Les Travailleurs de la Mer), a monumental work by the esteemed French literary giant, Victor Hugo. Published in 1888 by Thomas Y Crowell and Company, this volume offers a window into one of the author's most profound explorations of human endeavour and the natural world.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Channel Islands, this powerful narrative, originally released in 1866, delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the relentless struggle against the raw forces of nature. Hugo, known for his epic scope and vivid prose, crafts a tale that is both an adventure story and a philosophical meditation on progress and perseverance, intended for an adult audience.

• A Heroic Struggle: The novel centres on Gilliatt, a solitary fisherman from Guernsey, and his extraordinary quest to salvage a steam engine from a shipwreck. His battle against the ocean's fury and its terrifying inhabitants forms the thrilling core of this epic.
• Love and Industrial Innovation: Beyond the high-stakes adventure, 'Toilers of the Sea' explores a poignant love story and celebrates the dawn of the industrial age. It showcases human ingenuity and resilience in the face of daunting challenges.

This 1888 cloth-bound edition represents an important early printing of a foundational work of French literature in English translation. It remains a compelling read and a significant addition to any collection of classic fiction.

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