Scarlet Pimpernel
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The Scarlet Pimpernel follows the adventures of Sir Percy Blakeney, a seemingly frivolous English nobleman, who secretly operates as the Scarlet Pimpernel, a daring and cunning rescuer of French aristocrats facing execution during the Reign of Terror. The novel blends adventure, romance, and historical intrigue as Sir Percy uses his wit, disguise, and audacious strategies to outsmart the ruthless French authorities, while navigating his love for Marguerite, a French aristocrat who is unaware of his secret identity. The story explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the moral complexities of revolution, as the Scarlet Pimpernel confronts the brutal realities of the French Revolution and challenges the assumptions of his society.Book Details
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