Victor Hugo was a French poet, novelist, and dramatist of the Romantic movement. He is best known for his novels "Les Misérables" and "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame".
Think of Victor Hugo as the director of a blockbuster movie. His works were grand and dramatic, tackling big social issues – much like how some directors use their films to comment on society.
French Romanticism: The French version of the Romantic movement in literature and arts. It was marked by a strong nationalistic pride and emphasis on emotion and individualism.
Historical Novel: A genre of novel where the story is set among historical events or features historical figures. "Les Misérables" is an example.
Social Criticism Literature: Works that address and critique societal issues. Many of Hugo's works fall under this category due to his focus on social justice.
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