The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel (1922)
Baroness Emmuska Orczy
The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel (1922)
Baroness Emmuska Orczy
""The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel"" is a historical novel written by Emmuska Orczy and published in 1922. It is the fourth book in the popular ""Scarlet Pimpernel"" series, which follows the adventures of a mysterious hero who rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine during the French Revolution.In this installment, the Scarlet Pimpernel, whose true identity is still unknown, has once again successfully saved several aristocrats from certain death. However, his success is short-lived as he is captured by the French authorities and sentenced to death.The story follows the efforts of the Scarlet Pimpernel's loyal followers, including his wife Marguerite, to rescue him from prison and save him from the guillotine. Along the way, they encounter a variety of obstacles and enemies, including the ruthless French spy Chauvelin.As with the previous books in the series, ""The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel"" is full of adventure, romance, and suspense. It also provides a vivid depiction of the tumultuous events of the French Revolution and the dangers faced by those who opposed the revolutionaries.Overall, ""The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel"" is a thrilling and entertaining read for fans of historical fiction and adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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