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The Scarlet Pimpernel And The Revolution
The Scarlet Pimpernel & the Revolution
This novel happens in the late 1700s, where the French Revolution is gradually creating in its initial stages. A mystery club, "Alliance of the Scarlet Pimpernel", is conceived. This is depicted as an underground society of Englishmen who have some expertise in protecting the French aristocrats from Madam Guillotine. The actions of the "Red Pimpernel" are fiercely discussed, notwithstanding, nobody aside from the pioneer's partners know his identity. Marguerite St. Only, an excellent French performing artist, is the spouse of rich English Sir Percy Blakeney, a baronet. Prior to their marriage, Marguerite rendered retribution upon the Marquis de St. Cyr, who had requested her sibling to be beaten for his

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