One day in 1986, François Mitterrand forgets his black felt (his initials) in a Lyons restaurant. Daniel Mercier, a young executive who has just been reprimanded by his superior, who judges that the computerization of its business plan is stupid, steals it to clear his head. It was then that his life is turned upside down.—Burly

The President's Hat tells the story of a fascinating hat with almost magical proprieties. When French President François Mitterrand forgets his hat after dining in a brasserie, a failing insurance businessman finds it and turns against all odds into a doughty, successful man. He gains a promotion and praise from his superiors and colleagues. But the adventure is just beginning.