The French Revolution is at the height of its fury. Daily, hundreds of aristocratic heads fall from the guillotine. Emotions run high, and anyone suspected of sympathy toward the nobility is in mortal danger. Only one man is daring enough to lead a small band against popular opinion-the Scarlet Pimpernel. Using masterful disguises and clever strategies, the Scarlet Pimpernel smuggles noblemen and women from France to safety in England. His success is a thorn in the side of the Revolution. As he vanishes from each escapade, he leaves no trace behind except an image of the colorful flower that is his emblem. The Scarlet Pimpernel must be stopped at all costs. But who is he? This enduring classic is filled with wonderful layers of intrigue and dashing courage. As the cunning hero, and the beautiful woman who loves him, move toward a final victory, the quickened pace is enhanced by Steven Crossley's dramatic narration.
© 2013 Recorded Books, Inc. (Ljudbok): 9781470356705
Utgivningsdatum
Ljudbok: 8 februari 2013
The French Revolution is at the height of its fury. Daily, hundreds of aristocratic heads fall from the guillotine. Emotions run high, and anyone suspected of sympathy toward the nobility is in mortal danger. Only one man is daring enough to lead a small band against popular opinion-the Scarlet Pimpernel. Using masterful disguises and clever strategies, the Scarlet Pimpernel smuggles noblemen and women from France to safety in England. His success is a thorn in the side of the Revolution. As he vanishes from each escapade, he leaves no trace behind except an image of the colorful flower that is his emblem. The Scarlet Pimpernel must be stopped at all costs. But who is he? This enduring classic is filled with wonderful layers of intrigue and dashing courage. As the cunning hero, and the beautiful woman who loves him, move toward a final victory, the quickened pace is enhanced by Steven Crossley's dramatic narration.
© 2013 Recorded Books, Inc. (Ljudbok): 9781470356705
Utgivningsdatum
Ljudbok: 8 februari 2013
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Inga
18 mars 2023
I Like this genre! Adventure, romance and also the rescue of aristocrats, are the ingrediens in this story withthe elusive Scarlet Pimpernel.Nicely read by Steven Crossley.
Isabelle
26 maj 2023
Having seen several film and television adaptations of the Scarlet Pimpernel story it was obvious that the treatments must depart from the original significantly since they are very different from one another. I finally decided to check the original out.The story has age to it, but I have read and loved many authors from the 19th and early 20th century. Yet I struggle with this book - I think that is due to the fact that the Baroness Orczy isn’t a very brilliant author.The prose is very wordy indeed, and could give M Dumas a run for his money. The plotting is oddly convoluted. The main points of the Scarlet Pimpernel - he is a master of disguise, and there are thrilling heist like escapades - is only very lightly touched upon. Is there a reason to listen to this book? I suggest two: it is nicely read, and would become a perfect drinking game if you imbibe every time an attractive female body part is described as “childlike”.
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