"Acts and Words, Volume 2: During Exile 1852-1870" is the second volume in a series of works by the outstanding French writer Victor Hugo. In this book, the author tells about the period of his exile from 1852 to 1870, when he lived outside France because of his political activities and his beliefs. Hugo reveals his thoughts, ideals and memories from this difficult period in his life. His works impress with their depth and philosophical basis, and his accurate observations of social phenomena leave the reader in awe. This book is not only an account of the writer's years in exile, but also an important document of the history and culture of the 19th century.