The Scarlet Pimpernel Baroness Orczy 1905 Antique Book French Revolution Fiction

by Baroness Orczy

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First edition · Signed

Planet Pickers Product Log: The Scarlet Pimpernel Baroness Orczy 1905 Antique Book VTG HC Pre-owned in good antique condition. The cover (front and back) has cosmetic blemishes and signs of aging. The book has light to moderate foxing throughout. No loose or missing pages. The book has mild spine separation on front and back pages (see photos). Includes all illustrations/photos. The inside cover has inscription with date. ABOUT BOOK: The Scarlet Pimpernel is the first novel in a series of historical fiction novels by Baroness Orczy, published in 1905. It was written after her stage play of the same title (co-authored with her husband Montagu Barstow) enjoyed a long run in London, having opened in Nottingham in 1903. The novel is set during the Reign of Terror following the start of the French Revolution. The title is the nom de guerre of its hero and protagonist, a chivalrous Englishman who rescues aristocrats before they are sent to the guillotine. Sir Percy Blakeney leads a double life: apparently nothing more than a wealthy fop, but in reality, a formidable swordsman and a quick-thinking master of disguise and escape artist. The band of gentlemen who assist him are the only ones who know of his secret identity. He is known by his symbol, a simple flower, the scarlet pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis). Thank you for shopping at Planet Pickers Stellar Bazaar. We hope your experience was OUT OF THIS WORLD. Live Long. Browse Often. Notes: Returns: Items can be returned up to 30 da

• Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
• Year: 1905
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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