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Fin du XVIIème siècle à la Cour d'Espagne, un grand seigneur disgracié, don Salluste, décide de se venger de la reine en substituant à son cousin don César de Bazan son valet Ruy Blas. Celui-ci, aimé de la reine, devient Premier Ministre. Don Salluste révèle au bout de quelques mois son identité à la reine. Ruy Blas tue son maître puis s'empoisonne, non sans avoir obtenu le pardon de la reine.

La disgrâce de don Salluste est prononcée : il doit quitter la cour car il a fait un enfant illégitime à l'une des suivantes de la reine. Obsédé par sa vengeance, il rencontre son neveu César et lui demande de l'aider à l'accomplir, mais ce dernier refuse. Don Salluste va donc faire appel à son valet, Ruy Blas, amoureux de la reine, et lui ordonne de devenir son amant.

First performed in 1830, Hernani was hailed as a pivotal work that encapsulated the aspirations of the Romantic movement, much to the dismay of Classicists who viewed it as a direct challenge to their literary ideals. Set against the backdrop of 16th century Spain, this captivating tale of romance and intrigue unfolds with relentless intensity, as characters navigate through a series of cataclysmic events where the fate of their lives hangs on the sound of a hunting horn. Described in 1912 as a production that was permitted in hopes of undermining the Romantic school, the performance instead ...

Written in 1821, Hans of Iceland marks the remarkable debut of the young Victor Hugo, years before he earned his place as a literary giant. This gothic novel is packed with thrilling elements chilling murders perpetrated by a grotesque monster, a young heros unwavering love for a destitute heroine, and the treacherous intrigues of royal courts amidst a backdrop of rebellious uprisings. Journey through dungeons, dark towers, and the wild beauty of Norway in this captivating tale. This audiobook features a dramatic reading, with a single narrator bringing each character to life through ...

Engage in the profound reflections of a man condemned to death, as he chronicles his thoughts, emotions, and fears while awaiting his execution. The identity of the man and his crime remain a mystery. Dive deep into his vivid description of prison life, from the confines of his cell to the personality of the prison priest. His narrative comes to life with the voice of Nadine Eckert-Boulet in Section 2. This project has been proof-listened by lh, Barry Eads, and Chieko for an immersive listening experience.

This 1937 radio dramatization was written, produced, and performed by none other than the incomparable Orson Welles of War of the Worlds fame. The story of the book is faithfully retold (with questionable subjects carefully camouflaged) and is suitable for students aged 10 and older. This live recording, masterfully performed by an incredible professional cast, includes sound effects, music, and an unforgettable story.

Jean Valjean is one of society's victims. A poor but honest peasant, he is caught stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister's starving family and is sent to prison. By the time of his eventual release, he has become a hardened criminal, but his friendship with the saintly Monseigneur Bienvenu gives him another chance at life. This new, respectable life is precarious, for Valjean is still sought by the law, in the person of the implacable Inspector Javert.

Hans of Iceland was written in 1821 and is the very first novel written by young Victor, years before he became the great Hugo. It has all the ingredients of a gothic novel: dreadful murders by the hand of a human monster, a young hero in love with the destitute heroine, royal court-intrigues and rebellious uprising, all set in dungeons, dark towers and the untamed nature of Norway.This audio-book has been recorded as Dramatic Reading with all the voices performed by one single reader, including laughs, sobs, groans, occasional screams and a lot of growls. I hope you will enjoy listening to ...

The St. Charles Players present a unique telling of Victor Hugo's classic tale, in a new multi-cast dramatization performed in exciting Radio Theatre style.

A man who has been condemned to death writes down his cogitations, feelings and fears while he is waiting for his execution. He does not betray his name to the reader or what he has done. He describes his life in prison, everything from what his cell looks like to the personality of the prison priest. (Introduction by Wikipedia)Part of Section 2 read by Nadine Eckert-BouletThis project was proof listened by lh, Barry Eads, and Chieko.

LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Come When I Sleep by Victor-Marie Hugo.This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 21, 2024. ------Victor-Marie Hugo, sometimes nicknamed the Ocean Man, was a French Romantic writer and politician. During a literary career that spanned more than sixty years, he wrote in a variety of genres and forms. In France, Hugo is renowned for his poetry collections. - Summary by Wikipedia

Enter the magnificent and Gothic world of Victor Hugo's 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' Follow the story of Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame, as he encounters love, betrayal, and redemption in the streets of medieval Paris. Experience the power of literature to transport us to another time and place, and to illuminate the human experience with depth and nuance.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our website Victor Hugo, French literature, historical...