This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.

The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel, first published in 1922, is a book in the series about the Scarlet Pimpernel's adventures by Baroness Orczy. Again Orczy interweaves historic fact with fiction, this time through the real life figures of Th�r�sa Cabarrus, and Jean-Lambert Tallien; inserting the Scarlet Pimpernel as an instigator of the role Tallien played in the Thermidorian Reaction in July 1794.The story starts in Paris in April 1794, year II of the French Revolution. Theresia Cabarrus is a beautiful but shallow Spaniard who is betrothed to Citizen Tallien the popular Representative in the Convention and one of Robespierre's inner circle. She is credited with exercising a mellowing influence over Tallien, whom she met in Bordeaux but although she is engaged to be married to him, what little love she has appears to be lavished on another.Bertrand Moncrif is a good-looking but impulsive young man who appears determined to martyr himself in opposition to the revolutionary government. To this end, he has gathered the siblings of his long-term sweetheart, R�gine de Serval, into his plan to denounce Robespierre at one of the Fraternal suppers. Despite warnings from R�gine he insists on carrying through his plans which inevitably go awry and the wrath of the mob is soon turned towards the small group. After a timely intervention on the part of the Scarlet Pimpernel, using the guise of the coal heaver Rateau (who also appears in several short stories in The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel - The Cabaret de la Libert�, Needs Must and A Battle of Wits), the de Servals are saved from a lynching while Moncrif lies unconscious and unseen under a table.

The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel, first published in 1922, is a book in the series about the Scarlet Pimpernel's adventures by Baroness Orczy. Again Orczy interweaves historic fact with fiction, this time through the real life figures of Thérésa Cabarrus, and Jean-Lambert Tallien; inserting the Scarlet Pimpernel as an instigator of the role Tallien played in the Thermidorian Reaction in July 1794.

The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel, first published in 1922, is a book in the series about the Scarlet Pimpernel's adventures by Baroness Orczy. Again Orczy interweaves historic fact with fiction, this time through the real life figures of Thérésa Cabarrus, and Jean-Lambert Tallien; inserting the Scarlet Pimpernel as an instigator of the role Tallien played in the Thermidorian Reaction in July 1794.

"The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel" is a historical novel written by the Hungarian-British author Baroness Emma Orczy. It was first published in 1922 and is part of the popular series of novels featuring the character Sir Percy Blakeney, also known as the Scarlet Pimpernel. In this novel, which is a sequel to "The Scarlet Pimpernel," Sir Percy Blakeney continues his daring adventures as he rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine during the Reign of Terror of the French Revolution. The story is known for its swashbuckling action, daring rescues, and the clever disguises and strategies employed by the Scarlet Pimpernel and his league. The Scarlet Pimpernel series, created by Baroness Orczy, has been praised for its romantic and adventurous storytelling. These novels are set during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution and have captivated readers for their tales of heroism, intrigue, and disguise. "The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel" is a significant installment in this series, known for its exciting narrative and memorable characters.

This is a historical novel set in Paris. A novel in the series about the Scarlet Pimpernel's adventures. It is Paris, 1794, Robespierre at this time is at the height of his popularity and his power. His revolution is inflicting its reign of terror on nobles, aristocrats, royalists, and traitors. The elusive Scarlet Pimpernel is still being hunted. Robespierre becomes paranoid about the Pimpernel and must have him destroyed.

The Scarlet Pimpernel is a play and adventure novel by Baroness Orczy set during the Reign of Terror following the start of the French Revolution. The title character, Sir Percy Blakeney, represents the original "hero with a secret identity" that inspired subsequent literary creations such as Don Diego de la Vega (El Zorro) and Bruce Wayne (Batman).The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a sequel book to the classic adventure tale, The Scarlet Pimpernel. First published in 1919, the book consists of short stories about Sir Percy Blakeney's exploits in rescuing various aristos and French citizens from the clutches of the guillotine. First published in 1908, The Elusive Pimpernel is the 4th book in the classic adventure series about the Scarlet Pimpernel. The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel, first published in 1922, is the last book in the series about the Scarlet Pimpernel's adventures. Again Orczy interweaves historic fact with fiction, this time through the real life figures of Thřša Cabarrus, and Jean-Lambert Tallien.