The gift book "The Hunchback, or the Little Parisian" by Paul Feval, in 2 volumes

The beginning of the XVIII century, the era of the Regency. While the young king is trying to figure out the affairs of the state, his guardian, the brilliant Philippe d'orleans, a lover of grandiose feasts, intrigues and risky money speculations, is conveniently located on the French throne.

In this blessed era, two friends, two dashing duelists, consider themselves the spoils of fate and live for their own pleasure. Both of them are virtuosos, wielding a secret sword stroke against which there is no defense. They are confident in the future, knowing that if it gets difficult, a friend will always come to the rescue. But a dark shadow appears behind them. Its owner is sure that where strength retreats, cunning and treachery always win...

The characters of Paul Feval's action-packed novel "The Hunchback" were repeatedly embodied on the screen. Among the most famous film adaptations of this book is a film starring the legendary Jean Mare.