‘Victor Hugo’s Animal Friends’ introduces young readers to the celebrated French writer. This delightful series of illustrated rhymes is the first of its kind in English. It aims to engage and acquaint readers not only with Victor Hugo’s literary works but also with his strong advocacy for social justice which he championed through education. The book highlights his deep affection for animals, his love for his grandchildren and his years of exile in the Channel Islands. It aims to foster an early sense of environmental stewardship in its readers reflecting on Hugo’s profound appreciation for the natural world and his commitment to the protection of the flora and fauna of the Islands.
