The Scarlet Pimpernel

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5W Baroness Orczy. Illustrated by Lucy Waller. London: The Folio Society, 1997. Notes The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy is a historical adventure novel set during the French Revolution, focusing on the daring exploits of a mysterious English nobleman who rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine. Known only by his secret identity—the Scarlet Pimpernel—he disguises himself and outwits revolutionary forces, becoming a legendary figure. By day, he is Sir Percy Blakeney, a seemingly foolish and foppish aristocrat, but behind the mask lies a clever and courageous hero. The novel combines elements of romance, intrigue, and action, as Sir Percy’s secret is threatened and his wife, Marguerite, becomes entangled in political and personal conflict. Celebrated for its suspenseful plot and iconic hero, the book helped popularize the trope of the masked avenger and remains a classic of swashbuckling fiction. Description Pictorial boards. Red slipcase. Like New. Show more