Derues Celebrated Crimes

"Derues" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical exploration of a famous French criminal set in the early 1700s. It tells the story of Antoine-Francois Derues, whose early years shape him into a man known for lies, control, and horrendous acts of violence. From the moment he's introduced as a vulnerable schoolboy experiencing brief joy after escaping his confinement, his capacity for evil is clear. Even as a child, Antoine shows a disturbing knack for manipulation and brutality, hinting at the sinister path he will ultimately follow into darkness and infamy, setting the stage for his notorious crimes and eventual downfall.