In July 23, 1937, Mutual Broadcasting System aired a half-hour radio adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel entitled Les Miserables. The story revolves around the efforts of a former prisoner named Jean Valjean in bringing back his honor. The story also includes the explanations of different things about such as the Parisian architecture, France’s history, justice, law, and more-- anything relevant to Valjean’s goal. Throughout the course of the show, Orson Welles, the show’s director and host, used “I” in telling the story on all episodes. By the 3rd of September 1937, the Les Miserables had its goodbye, after having a total of 7 episodes.

1 Response to Les Miserables

I love listening to this "Les Mis" presentation. Just wish episodes 4-7 were available here!
	Randal R, 2013-03-22 12:34:24 Edit Delete

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