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    What period in French history is the novel and Broadway musical "Les Misérables" based on?

    Question #14166. Asked by GRENDAL. (Oct 11 01 3:26 PM)


    finlady

    		The novel takes place in Paris in 1832 during the Revolution. The book the play is based on is 'Les Miserables' by Victor Hugo and was written about 1862.

    Oct 11 01, 7:11 PM
    Senior Moments

    		Saw the Musical twice in London before it got to Broadway. The story finishes around 1832. The beginning is about 1815 when Valjean is released from jail after spending 19 years there for stealing a loaf of bread.

    Oct 12 01, 1:28 AM
    salatzke

    		1815 - Valjean is released from prison (Toulon).
    1823 - Valjean is mayor/factory owner, Javert assigned to same town (Montrueil Sur Mer, or Vigau in movie), Fantine fired from factory.
    1832 - Cosette is grown up, she falls in love with Marius, battle ensues, Valjean dies.

    Aug 31 07, 10:44 AM

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