The Elusive Pimpernel The Intrigue of the Scarlet Pimpernel
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Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
17.07.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
320
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14.8/1.8 cm
Gewicht
416 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-0490-0
"The Elusive Pimpernel" by Baroness Orczy is a captivating tale set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, a time of political upheaval and social chaos. The narrative opens in Paris in 1793, a city engulfed in the turmoil of the Revolution, where the guillotine is a constant threat to those deemed enemies of the state. The story follows the relentless pursuit of the Scarlet Pimpernel, a mysterious Englishman who daringly rescues French aristocrats from execution. The protagonist, Citizen Chauvelin, is a former ambassador who has been given one last chance by the Revolutionary Government to capture the elusive Pimpernel. Chauvelin's personal vendetta against the Pimpernel is fueled by a previous failure, and he is determined to succeed this time, even if it means risking his own life. The narrative shifts to England, where the Richmond Gala is in full swing, showcasing the stark contrast between the gaiety of the English countryside and the grim reality of revolutionary France. The gala is attended by various characters, including Sir Percy Blakeney, who is secretly the Scarlet Pimpernel, and his wife, Marguerite. The story weaves a complex web of intrigue, deception, and romance, as Chauvelin plots to unmask the Pimpernel and bring him to justice. The novel explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the struggle for justice in a world where the lines between right and wrong are blurred. Through its vivid characters and gripping plot, "The Elusive Pimpernel" offers a thrilling glimpse into a tumultuous period in history.
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