Description
In the tumultuous years of the French Revolution, a mysterious English nobleman known only as the Scarlet Pimpernel operates in the shadows, risking his life to smuggle French aristocrats away from the guillotine's blade. His daring exploits are legendary, but his true identity remains a closely guarded secret, even from his own wife, the beautiful and intelligent Marguerite. As Marguerite becomes entangled in a dangerous plot to expose the Pimpernel, she must confront the possibility that the man she loves may be the very hero she is unknowingly working against. This thrilling tale of espionage, disguise, and courage explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of love amidst the chaos of revolution.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2018
288 pages
ISBN: 9780241341339
paperback
Quiet Vision Pub
Published Feb 28, 2005
182 pages
ISBN: 9781576469231
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Details
First Published
1905
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy.