The Scarlet Pimpernel: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Scarlet Pimpernel is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness (1865–1947).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Scarlet Pimpernel" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy is a historical fiction novel published in 1905. Set during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror, it follows a mysterious Englishman who rescues aristocrats from the guillotine. Sir Percy Blakeney appears to be merely a wealthy fop, but conceals a daring secret identity. When his wife Marguerite becomes entangled in a dangerous plot involving a French agent, she must uncover the truth about her husband before it's too late.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Scarlet Pimpernel
- Author credits: Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness (1865–1947)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Blakeney, Percy, Sir (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
- British -- France -- Fiction
- France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Fiction
- Historical fiction
- Nobility -- Fiction
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- Adventure
- Best Books Ever Listings
- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Movie Books
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