Introduction: Classics Illustrated Issue 18 The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Cover of the 1961 reprint

Classics Illustrated was a series of comic books that was intended to promote literacy in children. It was also used to promote the reading of classic literature in a way that was not intimidating or daunting to kids and young adults.

Classics Illustrated lasted for hundreds of issues, and back issues are still being sold digitally today.

Hunchback was adapted in the 18th issue. On top of the comic adaptation, it also included some background information and a
biography of Victor Hugo.







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