The Love Letters Of Juliette Drouet To Victor Hugo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163631096)

The Love Letters of Juliette Drouet to Victor Hugo is a collection of intimate correspondence between French actress Juliette Drouet and her lover, the renowned writer Victor Hugo. The letters span over fifty years, from their first meeting in 1833 until Hugo's death in 1885. Drouet's letters reveal a passionate and devoted love for Hugo, who was married throughout their affair. She writes of her deep admiration for his talent and intellect, as well as her longing for his affection and attention. The letters offer a glimpse into the emotional and creative life of two of France's most celebrated cultural figures during the Romantic era. The book is edited and translated by Louis Guimbaud, who provides historical context and biographical information about Drouet and Hugo. The Love Letters of Juliette Drouet to Victor Hugo is a compelling read for those interested in French literature, Romanticism, and the complexities of love and relationships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Juliette Drouet
ISBN-10: 1163631094
ISBN-13: 9781163631096
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 426
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.87d