Hugo's social themes

Hugo's social themes explore issues of justice, inequality, and compassion. He highlights the struggles of the oppressed and critiques societal systems that perpetuate poverty and injustice. Through characters like Jean Valjean, he emphasizes the importance of redemption, human dignity, and mercy. Hugo advocates for social reform and underscores the moral responsibility to support those marginalized by circumstances beyond their control. His work invites reflection on how societal norms impact individuals and encourages empathy, emphasizing that compassion and justice should guide human interactions and societal progress.