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7) "He stood still, petrified like the pillar of salt".

Simile. This simile shows the hesitation of Valjean while entering the Bishop's room when he is about to steal the silver.

8) "…which is like the echo of a demon's laugh"

Simile. This simile is a another reference to the motif of God (and religion), by comparing Valjean's immoral act to a demon.

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The imagery in Les Miserables includes themes of darkness and light, poverty and wealth, injustice and redemption, and the struggle for freedom and social change. The novel uses vivid descriptions of settings, characters, and events to convey emotional depth and social commentary.

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