«The Miserables I – Fantine» in Finnish with a Parallel Translation

“The Miserables I – Fantine” is the first part of Victor Hugo’s epic novel, published in 1862. This section tells the tragic story of Fantine, a young woman forced to suffer due to society’s injustices. Against the backdrop of 19th-century France’s social turmoil, the narrative also introduces Jean Valjean, a former convict seeking redemption. The novel explores themes of poverty, moral duty, human compassion, and the fight for justice.