"Scaramouche: A Swashbuckling Tale of Revolution and Revenge" was Raphael Sabatini's first best-seller and established him as the premier adventure novelist of his day,, penning such thrillers as "The Sea Hawk" and "Captain Blood."
Set against the turbulent backdrop of the French Revolution, "Scaramouche" follows André-Louis Moreau, a lawyer turned actor turned revolutionary. When his best friend is killed by a callous aristocrat, André-Louis vows vengeance and plunges into a world of political intrigue, theatrical disguise, and masterful swordplay.
Adopting the persona of Scaramouche, the roguish commedia dell'arte character, he becomes an unlikely hero-witty, cunning, and deadly with a blade. From the stages of provincial theaters to the bloodstained streets of Paris, his journey intertwines romance, danger, and the fight for justice.
A classic adventure novel, "Scaramouche" remains a timeless masterpiece of historical fiction. It has been adapted many times to the stage and screen.
"Scaramouche" is presented here in its original and unabridged format.
