Les Miserables is one of my favorites books and shows. I love the moving music that uplifts my spirit but even more I relish this tale’s profound story of transformation through love.
Since this story means so much to me I was intrigued to read and review this new book by Bob Welch, 52 Little Lessons from Les Miserables. I received this book from the BookLook Blogger program but in no way am I required to give a positive review.
I enjoyed this easy to read, thought provoking book. Welch gives the reader a background about the story and its characters, so if you have never trudged your way through the 1000+ pages of Hugo’s book, you won’t be lost. But you may find yourself humming the tunes from the musical though. ( :
Each lesson begins with a quote from the book and then an illustration of each chapter’s title. You get an inside glimpse of Hugo, of actors who played various parts and how this story has impacted others.
The book is filled with inspiration such as:
“You want love at its deepest? Look beneath the surface, into the sewers of sacrifice that some people willingly wade for others. Down there, in the darkness and obscurity, that’s where you’ll find the real thing.”
“Think about it. What turns Jean Valjean’s life around isn’t some secret code to fulfillment that the bishop had given him.
It isn’t – a la Javert – a set of rules. It isn’t religion. What turns his life around is this: a relationship…
God. People. Relationships.”
“He did not study God; he was dazzled by Him. – Hugo, on Valjean”
A good book to add your reading list.
May we all be dazzled by God!
This is one of my top three favorite books of all time and I’m not sure I could even decide on the other two. I’ve read it three times. The 10th anniversary edition is my favorite, but I also loved the latest movie. (Not too fond of the Liam Neeson version though.) Thanks for sharing about this book, Jeanie. Adding it to my list!
Johnnie, I think with the way you like this book you would really like the lessons book too.
Adding it to my wishlist!
I have to admit I have never seen the play or read the book. It’s a favorite of my younger sisters so I need to change that at some point. You have sparked my interest even more after reading this. Visiting from Lyli’s today. I know I’ve been here before and enjoyed coming by again! And btw, love your word for 2014. Blessings.
Hi Beth, The book is quite long so this book of little lessons may be a great intro for you. I know I learned more about it by reading 52 Lessons. The story is so powerful in how love can transform someone. Glad you came over from Lyli’s today. I need to blog soon about my 2014 word and what I have learned.. Thanks for that reminder!