The Adventures of François Foundling, Thief, Juggler, and Fencing-Master during the French Revolution

"The Adventures of François" by S. Weir Mitchell is a historical fiction taking place during the French Revolution, and tells the story of François, an orphan who experiences many different adventures. He lives at the Benedictine Asylum for Orphans and becomes a choir boy, where he enjoys life until he loses his singing voice. After leaving the asylum, François experiences hardship and freedom. Along the way he uses his wits and charm to find his way through the chaos of the revolutionary environment.