I've Met That Man

The hunchback, Quasimodo had the task
of ringing bells at Notre Dame, and he'd
stand bravely on the parapet and ask
God's blessing, then he'd estimate the speed
of breezes, and direction from the town.
When satisfied he had it right he'd spring
to head-butt that ole bell then drop back down
onto the parapet. The sound would ring
with great appeal. One gusty day poor Quas
misjudged the wind and smashed the bell face-first,
then fell to earth, quite dead. They asked, "Who was
this man?" But no-one knew. Then someone burst

into the crowd. "Is this the man who fell?
Hmmm, what's his name? His face sure rings a bell."