Re-Reading Les Misérables

Posts Tagged “Gavroche's Brothers”

• Gavroche and the Adventure of the Incognito Family The urchin Gavroche takes in two small boys without knowing they're his brothers. Later that night, he helps rescue his father....who doesn't recognize him.
• A Revolting Development The day of the barricade arrives, and the revolt is much bigger than the show makes it look. Gavroche is having a blast running around singing and pranking.
• Passing Peak Ammunition The barricade holds against several attacks the next morning, but they start running out of bullets...and defenders. Adieu to Gavroche and Javert.
• Recurring Background Characters There are a few background characters in Les Misérables who never quite leave, including one who never quite shows up either.
• Gavroche and his Family The youngest two Thénardier children luck out by being raised by someone else. Gavroche is no worse off on the street than his sisters at home, but by raising himself, he's turned out kind-hearted.