L'abbé Sicard by Ferdinand Berthier
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Ferdinand Berthier, a former student, writes about his beloved teacher, Abbé Sicard. In the chaos of the French Revolution, Sicard is the director of the National Institute for Deaf-Mutes in Paris. He's not a politician, but his ideas and his loyalty to his students put him on the wrong side of the radical new government.
The Story
The government arrests Sicard and condemns him to die. While he sits in prison awaiting execution, his world is silent. He has no idea if anyone even knows where he is or cares. Outside, his deaf students, including the young Berthier, refuse to accept this. They can't plead his case in the noisy halls of power where no one understands their language. So, they find another way. They use petitions, they find allies, and they navigate a city drunk on fear to mount a rescue mission for a man who gave them their voice.
Why You Should Read It
This isn't just a dry history lesson. Berthier's love and respect for Sicard shines through every page. You feel the students' panic and their stubborn determination. It turns the common idea of the helpless disabled person on its head—here, they are the heroes, the clever ones working to save their hearing teacher. It makes you think about communication in a whole new way.
Final Verdict
Perfect for anyone who loves underdog stories or hidden chapters of history. If you enjoyed books like The Book Thief or movies about quiet resistance, you'll connect with this. It's a short, powerful read about the bond between a teacher and his students, and how that bond became a lifeline.
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