Redemption and faith change the course of a man's life in this classic French novel, set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. Escaped convict Jean Valjean seeks to outwit his nemesis and redeem his past in this story about the difference faith makes in the life of an individual. Jim Reimann, known for updating such classics as My Utmost for His Highest, edits this abridged and updated version of Victor Hugo's classic novel retold for today's reader.