The novel "Without a Family" is the most famous work of the French novelist Hector Malo. The main character of the novel is Remy - a rebellious boy, who at the age of ten is sold by his father, Barberin, to a traveling musician, Vitalis. Remy's exciting adventures begin in the villages and cities of France and England. Despite many difficulties, Remy never despairs and, together with his friends, Mattia the musician, Cap the dog, and a monkey named Psyche, overcome all the trials.