1. The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Introduction & Setting

2. BACKGROUND
The Hunchback of Notre Dame By Victory Hugo Published in 1831 The story is set in 1482

3. The Island of Misfit Toys
Outsiders
The Island of Misfit Toys

4. Outsiders
One theme of the novel is: Outsiders. Some people do not fit in society. Or rather, society doesn’t accept them.

5. Outsiders
Quasimodo

6. Outsiders
Esmeralda

7. Duality is a major theme of the novel.
Definition of Duality: opposing elements
Examples:
Love and Hate
Good and Evil
Life and Death
Beauty and Grotesque

8. The cathedral is an example of DUALITY.
Setting
The cathedral is an example of DUALITY.

9. The Cathedral of Notre-Dame Paris, France
Setting
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame Paris, France
Every major event
in the novel occurs
in, near, or on top
of this cathedral.
Hugo’s novel inspired a major renovation
of the cathedral.

10. Setting

11. Setting

12. Setting

22. In pairs, choose one of the following characters: Esmeralda Quasimodo
Think - Pair - Share
In pairs, choose one of the following characters:
Esmeralda
Quasimodo
Frollo
Phoebus
Find an important passage about that character. Share with the class.