This classic French play by Adolphe d'Ennery tells the gripping tale of two orphans raised by a kind-hearted old man. When the old man dies suddenly, the orphans are thrust into a world of danger and intrigue, facing conniving villains and uncertain fates. With vivid characters and dramatic plot twists, this play is a must-read for fans of nineteenth-century French theater. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.