Victor Hugo 
Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal’s Last Hours 
A Poignant Exploration of Human Experience in the Face of Death

Victor Hugo’s ‘Under Sentence of Death; Or, a Criminal’s Last Hours’ is a poignant and immersive exploration of the human experience in the face of death. The book is written in Hugo’s signature literary style, characterized by rich language, vivid imagery, and deep psychological insight. Set in the context of 19th-century France, the novel delves into the moral complexities and emotional turmoil of a condemned criminal’s final moments, challenging readers to confront their own beliefs about justice, redemption, and the human capacity for compassion. Through gripping storytelling and profound introspection, Hugo paints a vivid picture of the human condition at its most vulnerable and raw.