The Elusive Pimpernel

In "The Elusive Pimpernel," Baroness Orczy weaves a gripping tale of heroism and cunning against the backdrop of the French Revolution. This novel introduces the enigmatic figure of Sir Percy Blakeney, a seemingly foolish English aristocrat who leads a double life as the daring Scarlet Pimpernel, rescuing French nobles from the guillotine. The narrative is richly characterized by its vivid descrip...