Don Bosco and Victor Hugo

I just learned that Don Bosco was visited by the famous Victor Hugo (Les Miserables, Hunchback of Notre Dame) during his brief stay in Paris, France. Hugo was a known anti-cleric but i think were intrigued with the way Don Bosco addressed the problems besetting Italy's youth.

Victor Hugo said, and i quote," "Don Bosco is a man of legend."

Two great individuals who hoped for a better world in different perspectives, two brilliant and honest minds and hearts who influenced my way in viewing things actually met during their time! That story really made my day!