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Introduction to characters from Les Mis é rables

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This mind map serves as an introduction to the characters of Victor Hugo's classic novel 'Les Misérables.' The central figure, Jean Valjean, emerges from a past of hardship to embody kindness and redemption. Alongside him, Bishop Myriel's compassion and Fantine's tragic yet brave motherhood highlight the novel's themes of love and sacrifice. The relentless pursuit by Javert, contrasted with the Thénardiers' greed, adds tension, while Eponine's unrequited love and Cosette's pure innocence offer emotional depth. Marius, a determined revolutionary, and his complex relationship with his grandfather Gillenormand, further enrich the narrative's exploration of social justice and personal transformation.

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Jean Valjean (the male protagonist, simple, kind, truly good and beautiful)

After serving 19 years of hard labor for theft, upon release, he decided to be self-reliant, but was not treated kindly by society.

Was kindly taken in for the night by Father Millet, only to steal his silver cutlery.

Assuming the alias of Madeleine, she set up a glass jewelry production factory and became the local mayor.

Rescue Fantine, decides to turn herself in.

Save the sailor and take the opportunity to escape.

Living with Cosette in the convent

Saved Liumas during the war, released Shawei.

Knowing that her daughter lives a happy life, she passed away with a loving heart seeking atonement.

Myriel (Bishop, tolerant, loving, solemn, wise)

With his compassion and forgiveness, Javert made Jean Valjean suddenly realize the truth.

Spreading a white lie allowed RanArang to escape arrest after stealing the silverware.

After Jean Valjean was released from prison, someone was willing to take him in.

Fantine (Great mother, pure, brave, suffering)

Deceived by her boyfriend, she gave birth to an illegitimate daughter named Cosette.

Worked at a factory, but was exposed for having an illegitimate daughter, resulting in being driven out of the factory.

To pay for foster care expenses, she resorted to prostitution.

Passed away peacefully, having been kindly assisted by Jean Valjean.

Javert (Police Chief, cold, persistent, pitiful)

Suicide

The sewer carried away Jean Valjean.

Reported the convict identity of Jean Valjean and pursued relentlessly.

Condemn Fantine

Supervising Jean Valjean at the galleys

The Thénardiers (innkeepers, selfish, greedy, and money-driven)

Abuse Cosette, pamper Eponine

While looting the dead during the war, Peng Meixu was accidentally saved.

Wishing to expose Jean Valjean, Marius saw through him and he was arrested and imprisoned.

Attempted extortion of Marius

Ultimately went to America, becoming a slave trader.

Eponine (Daughter of the Thénardiers, rude, heartless, miserable, yet genuinely loving)

Die in Marius's arms

Taking a bullet for Marius in battle

Secretly in love with Marius, she inquired about Cosette's news and delivered love letters for him.

Having been pampered by her parents since childhood, she looked down on Cosette.

Cosette (Fantine's daughter, pure, innocent, as white as a dove)

Marry Marius and live happily ever after.

Fell in love at first sight with Marius and bravely pursued love.

Taken away by Jean Valjean, they lived together in the convent.

Fostered in the Thénardier household, subjected to inhuman treatment.

Marius (a revolutionary youth, handsome, resolute, and devoted)

Misunderstood my father due to my grandfather's influence.

After my father's death, I realized, broke away from my grandfather, became a republican, and started to venture out on my own.

Falling in love with Cosette

Wounded in battle, saved by Jean Valjean.

Marry Cosette

The day after their wedding, they learned of Jean Valjean's convict identity, which was hard to accept, but ultimately, they went to find him together with Cosette.

Gillenormand (Marius' grandfather, superficial and impetuous, stubborn and unyielding, free-spirited and unconventional)

Finally reconciled with Marius

Upon learning that Marius had paid homage to his father, he cut off ties with him.

Deeply revering imperial rule, contending for the custody of her grandson after her daughter's death, and insulting Marius's father.

Xiao Jiafresh (a street urchin, optimistic, lively, agile, and humorous)

Chasing after the rebels, running back and forth, sacrificing for the war.

Rescued a girl and two children.

No place to live, no bread, often rummaging through sewers, gambling for copper coins.