The Cannons of Montmartre is the sort of true story that sounds impossible - until you realise it actually happened. Picture Paris in the 19th century. Cobblestones. Soldiers. Very large cannons. And a group of women and workers who decide, quite calmly, that handing over their neighborhood’s cannons is simply not going to happen.

At the center of the chaos stands Louise Michel: schoolteacher, poet, revolutionary, and absolutely not someone you want to underestimate. Armed with sharp ideas, sharper words, and a complete lack of fear, Louise helps ignite one of the most inspiring uprisings in modern history - oodles of courage, quick thinking, and a strong sense of justice.

This book tackles big ideas - power, resistance, solidarity, and moral bravery - but never forgets to have fun along the way. History here is clever, dramatic, and occasionally funny, proving that ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they refuse to stay quiet.

Packed with rich illustrations and lively storytelling, The Cannons of Montmartre turns a singular moment into an unforgettable adventure. It’s a story about standing together, thinking for yourself, and discovering that sometimes the most powerful weapon of all is the courage to say “no.”

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