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This translation of Victor Hugo's L'Homme qui rit is a must-read for all literary enthusiasts. The novel tells the story of a man whose face has been mutilated into a perpetual smile, and explores themes of social inequality and injustice. This edition is beautifully illustrated and contains an insightful introduction by the translator.
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