"To love beauty is to see light."
Victor Hugo
Novelist, Poet
Victor Hugo was a French poet, novelist, and playwright, noted for his impactful works like 'Les Misérables' and 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame', which explore themes of love and social justice.
- Born
- February 26, 1802
- Died
- May 22, 1885
- Quotes
- 966
- Rank
- #29
About Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo — Life and Legacy
Victor Hugo, a prominent figure in French literature, is renowned for his profound exploration of human emotion and social issues through his works. His novel 'Les Misérables' not only presents a gripping narrative but also delves into themes of love, redemption, and the struggle for justice. Hugo's belief that 'Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend' illustrates his conviction that love can bridge divides and foster understanding. In his writings, Hugo challenged the social injustices of his time, advocating for the marginalized and voicing the need for change. His quote, 'Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise', reflects his unwavering hope in the human spirit's resilience against adversity. Through these words, he encourages readers to persevere, highlighting the transient nature of suffering and the promise of renewal. Hugo's influence extends beyond literature; his ideas on freedom and justice resonate in contemporary discussions about human rights. His passionate advocacy for social reform continues to inspire generations, reminding us of the enduring power of love and the importance of standing up for what is right.
Quote collection
Victor Hugo quotes (page 1 of 49)
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"An intelligent hell would be better than a stupid paradise."
"The future has several names. For the weak, it is impossible; for the fainthearted, it is unknown; but for the valiant, it is ideal."
"Go out in the world and work like money doesn't matter, sing as if no one is listening, love as if you have never been hurt, and dance as if no one is watching."
"When dictatorship is a fact, revolution becomes a right."
"Music expresses that which cannot be put into words."
"Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise."
"There is nothing like a dream to create the future."
"To love another person is to see the face of God."
"She was a lovely blonde, with fine teeth. She had gold and pearls for her dowry; but her gold was on her head, and her pearls were in her mouth."
"All roads are blocked to a philosophy which reduces everything to the word "no." To "no" there is only one answer and that is "yes." Nihilism has no substance. There is no such thing as nothingness, and zero does not exist. Everything is something. Nothing is nothing. Man lives more by affirmation than by bread."
"Life is the flower for which love is the honey."
"A mother's arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them."
"Let us fear ourselves. Prejudices are the real robbers; vices are the real murderers. The great dangers lie within ourselves."
"The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved."
"Winter is on my head, but eternal spring is in my heart; I breathe at this hour the fragrance of the lilacs, the violets, and the roses, as at twenty years ago."
"Be like the bird who, pausing in her flight awhile on boughs too slight, feels them give way beneath her, and yet sings, knowing she hath wings."
"The man who fights against his own country is never a hero."
"He who opens a school door, closes a prison."
"There is one spectacle grander than the sea, That is the sky."