Les Misérables

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the cover, including some scuff marks and minor discoloration. The binding remains intact, and the pages, though yellowed with age, are free from inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket present.

This is the 6th printing of Victor Hugo's renowned classic, "Les Misérables," published by Washington Square Press in June 1970. Originally published in French in 1862, this edition is translated by Charles E. Wilbour and includes abridgment, editing, and an introduction by Paul Bénichou. This paperback edition offers readers a compact version of Hugo's exploration of justice, love, and redemption set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary France. The copyright page states the first printing was in 1964, with this sixth printing occurring in 1970. Notably, this edition is part of Washington Square Press's efforts to make classic literature accessible to a wider audience. The book is in fair condition, with visible wear on the cover but overall intact. This particular edition is a valuable find for collectors interested in mid-20th-century reprints of classic literature.