Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal's Last Hours: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal's Last Hours is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hugo, Victor (1802–1885). The listed translation credits are Campbell, Gilbert, Sir (1838–1899).
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"Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal's Last Hours" by Victor Hugo is a novella first published in 1829. It recounts the thoughts and fears of a man condemned to die by guillotine in 19th-century France. Written to advocate for abolishing the death penalty, the work traces the prisoner's psychological transformation as he awaits execution, recording his observations of prison life while never revealing his name or crime. The story culminates on his final day as reality closes in.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal's Last Hours
- Author credits: Hugo, Victor (1802–1885)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Campbell, Gilbert, Sir (1838–1899)
Catalogue subjects
- French fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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