Baroness Emmuska Orczy

The Scarlet Pimpernel

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ISBN 13:
9780553214024
author:
Baroness Emmuska Orczy
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Random House USA INC International Concepts
language:
English
Publication Year:
1992
Pages:
320
Genre:
General Fiction General & Literary Fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£7.55

Description

The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is set against the backdrop of 1792 France, a time of great turmoil and bloodshed. As mobs roam the streets in search of royalists to execute, one figure remains elusive: the Scarlet Pimpernel. Renowned for his bravery and cunning disguises, this enigmatic hero has captured the hearts of many, including Lady Marguerite Blakeney. The French agent Chauvelin is equally determined to uncover the Pimpernel's true identity, but so far, he remains one step behind. This thrilling tale of love, adventure, and swashbuckling escapades has captivated readers for generations with its irresistible blend of gallantry and suspense. First published in 1905, The Scarlet Pimpernel is a timeless story that continues to enthrall readers today.

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