Scaramouche

About “Scaramouche”

Scaramouche is a historical novel by Rafael Sabatini, published in 1921. It follows a young lawyer during the French Revolution who becomes an actor, portraying a character named Scaramouche. As he navigates the chaos of the revolution, he takes on multiple roles—revolutionary, politician, and fencing-master. His talents in speech and swordsmanship help him outwit his enemies. He frequently changes sides due to the shifting circumstances of the revolution. The story also shows his personal growth, as he transforms from a cynical person to an idealist. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)