Scaramouche

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Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, this historical fiction follows a young lawyer who embarks on a thrilling journey of transformation. He adopts the persona of "Scaramouche," a cunning character from Commedia dell'Arte, while navigating the tumultuous political landscape as an actor, revolutionary, and fencing master. His adventures see him shifting allegiances, using his eloquence and swordsmanship to outsmart adversaries, ultimately evolving from a disbeliever to an idealist amidst the chaos of the era.