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Literary Fiction· France

Notre-Dame de Paris

by Victor Hugo
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
Times Literary Supplement
Published 1831436 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Victor Hugo's Notre-Dame de Paris (1831) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The hunchbacked bell-ringer Quasimodo and the archdeacon Frollo both love the beautiful gypsy dancer Esmeralda in fifteenth-century Paris. Hugo's Gothic masterpiece was written to draw attention to the destruction of medieval architecture and the plight of the poor. Themes of outcasts, architecture, medieval Paris run through the work. The book has received recognition from Times Literary Supplement 1831.

Book Details

AuthorVictor Hugo
Published1831
Country of Origin🇫🇷 France
LanguageEnglish
Pages436
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780140443530
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇫🇷 France

This book is part of France's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Victor Hugo published Notre-Dame de Paris in 1831, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from France. The book's treatment of outcasts, architecture, medieval Paris, love accounts for much of its enduring reputation. Among its recognitions: Times Literary Supplement 1831. With an editorial score of 40/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. The appeal of Notre-Dame de Paris lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of outcasts, architecture, medieval Paris, love is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Notre-Dame de Paris reflects Victor Hugo's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with France's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Times Literary Supplement
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Victor Hugo is a celebrated author from France known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Notre-Dame de Paris about?

The hunchbacked bell-ringer Quasimodo and the archdeacon Frollo both love the beautiful gypsy dancer Esmeralda in fifteenth-century Paris. Hugo's Gothic masterpiece was written to draw attention to the destruction of medieval architecture and the plight of the poor.

Who wrote Notre-Dame de Paris?

Notre-Dame de Paris was written by Victor Hugo, from France. First published in 1831.

What awards has Notre-Dame de Paris won?

Notre-Dame de Paris has received the following awards and honours: Times Literary Supplement 1831.

Is Notre-Dame de Paris worth reading?

Notre-Dame de Paris is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 12/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in outcasts, architecture, medieval Paris.

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What category is Notre-Dame de Paris?

Notre-Dame de Paris is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Notre-Dame de Paris from?

Notre-Dame de Paris originates from France's literary tradition. Explore more books from France on our country page.

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