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The Toilers of the Sea is a novel written by Victor Hugo in 1866. Set on the island of Guernsey, it tells the story of a fisherman named Gilliatt who takes on the challenge of salvaging a shipwrecked steamship in order to win the heart of a woman he loves. However, his task is complicated by the presence of a giant octopus that threatens his life and the success of his mission.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against nature's forces. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, such as class struggle and the impact of industrialization on traditional ways of life.Hugo's vivid descriptions of the island and its inhabitants, as well as his intricate portrayal of the octopus and its battle with Gilliatt, make for a captivating and suspenseful read. The Toilers of the Sea is considered one of Hugo's greatest works and a masterpiece of French literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.