"The Last Day of a Condemned Man" is a novel by Victor Hugo that explores the thoughts and emotions of a man awaiting execution. The story is presented as a first-person narrative, allowing readers to experience the protagonist's inner turmoil and reflections on life, death, and justice. The book delves into themes of capital punishment, despair, and the human condition. Through the condemned man's perspective, Hugo critiques the legal system and societal attitudes towards crime and punishment, ultimately questioning the morality of executing individuals.