Schnetz was a former pupil of David, who took part in the main decorative projects in Paris during the reign of King Louis-Philippe. He was one of the painters called on to commemorate the great Parisian revolutions to adorn the walls of the former Throne Room in the City Hall.

Cosette walked along gravely, with her large eyes wide open, and gazing at the sky. She had put her louis in the pocket of her new apron. From time to time, she bent down and glanced at it; then she...

Jaen Valjean from Les Miserables in acrylic

In teaching, I always do my best to make things personal. Not always in a bad way, but so that students can relate to what they are learning. The French Revolution is no exception. This year is the second time now that I have done this activity, and it has worked wonders in helping the students truly understand the feelings and emotions of that time period. I always kick off my unit with this activity. They have NO clue what is going on, therefore don't necessarily get that I am "tricking"…

Jean Valjean is the protagonist of Victor Hugo's 1862 novel Les Misérables. The story depicts the character's struggle to lead a normal life and redeem himself ...