# Book XII: Corinthe explained — Les Misérables

> Chapter companion for Les Misérables by Victor Hugo.

## What happens

This chapter introduces the Corinthe tavern, a gathering place for the revolutionary-minded youth of Paris, including Enjolras and his associates. It sets the stage for the impending uprising, highlighting the political fervor and the personal connections among the characters.

## Themes in this chapter

### Revolution and Social Upheaval

The gathering at Corinthe embodies the revolutionary spirit and the desire for social change.

## Character check-ins

### Enjolras

Leader of the revolutionary group, present at Corinthe.

### Grantaire

A skeptical but loyal member of the group, often found at Corinthe.

### Courfeyrac

A member of the revolutionary group, present at the tavern.

### Combeferre

A thoughtful revolutionary, part of the gathering at Corinthe.

### Feuilly

A working-class revolutionary, present at the tavern.

## Key lines

> The Corinthe was a tavern in the Rue de la Verrerie, at the corner of the Rue de la Chanvrerie.

The Corinthe tavern was located at the intersection of Rue de la Verrerie and Rue de la Chanvrerie.

_Describes the setting of the revolutionary gatherings._

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