The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, focusing particularly on a group of characters caught in the throes of political upheaval and personal conflict. Central to the story are figures like Robespierre, a key revolutionary leader, and the mysterious Scarlet Pimpernel, who represents hope and resistance against tyranny. The opening of the novel delves into the chaotic aftermath of the French Revolution, showcasing the rampant violence and bloodshed that accompanied the fight for liberty, framed around the political machinations of figures like Robespierre. It introduces a tense atmosphere filled with paranoia and fear, where innocent lives are at risk from misuse of power and social upheaval. The stage is set for a clash between the revolutionary fervor embodied by Robespierre and the hidden heroism of the Scarlet Pimpernel, who defies the oppressive regime to save those unjustly targeted, hinting at a transformative journey steeped in intrigue, danger, and the quest for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Triumph_of_the_Scarlet_Pimpernel

Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2021-06-25