Set during the French Revolution, Baroness Orczy’s swashbuckling classic follows the mysterious Scarlet Pimpernel — an English nobleman who disguises himself as a foppish aristocrat while secretly rescuing French nobles from the guillotine. A thrilling tale of adventure, disguise, and daring heroism that inspired the modern superhero archetype.
Reader Buzz ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Goodreads (3.9/5 from 80,000+ ratings) — "A rollicking adventure — witty, fast-paced, and endlessly entertaining." / "The romance feels dated, but the adventure is irresistible."
A beloved classic for fans of adventure and historical fiction. Celebrated for its dashing hero and the iconic riddle: "They seek him here, they seek him there, those Frenchies seek him everywhere."
Recommendations Perfect for fans of The Count of Monte Cristo (Alexandre Dumas), Zorro (Isabel Allende), or The Three Musketeers (Alexandre Dumas). Ideal for readers of historical adventure, swashbuckling heroes, and French Revolution fiction.
A mass market paperback (classic edition) in Good condition.
