Emmuska Orczy Boeken

Parijs 1783. In een eerlijk duel schiet monsieur Paul Déroulède de jonge Vicomte de Marny dood. De oude, verlamde vader van de Vicomte dwingt zijn 14-jarige dochter, Juliette, te zweren dat ze de dood van haar broer zal wreken. Tien jaar later, als de Franse Revolutie in alle hevigheid is losgebarsten en de Guillotine overuren maakt, beraamt Juliette een plan om wraak te nemen. Maar in haar plan heeft ze geen rekening gehouden met de liefde... en uiteindelijk belandt ze in de gevangenis. Als alles hopeloos verloren lijkt, is daar de Rode Pimpernel. Hij bedenkt een zeer gewaagd plan om Juliette en haar geliefde te redden. De race tegen de klok begint, terwijl het mes van de Guillotine wordt geslepen.. De Hongaars-Britse Baronesse Emmuska Orczy (1865-1947) werkte als schrijfster, kunstenares en en illustratice. De Rode Pimpernel (1905) is haar bekendste karakter

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In a gripping continuation, the story unfolds just after a grand double wedding featuring Sir Percy and his love Gilda. The celebration takes a dark turn when urgent news demands Percy's swift action to save the Stadtholder's divisions from impending danger. As he navigates through threats from both familiar foes and hidden adversaries, Percy, also known as Diogenes, confronts the most challenging moments of his young life, blending romance and suspense in a tale of bravery and intrigue.

Set during the Napoleonic era, the collection features the humorous escapades of Ratichon, an agent and confidant to the elite. Through a series of entertaining short stories, readers are drawn into his amusing interactions with high society, addressing their peculiar dilemmas. Sir Orczy’s work encapsulates classic thoughts and offers a unique blend of humor and tragedy, showcasing the complexities of life in a captivating manner. This collection promises an engaging journey filled with intriguing emotions and insights.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work published by Megali, a company dedicated to producing large print editions for those with impaired vision. The focus on accessibility highlights the importance of inclusivity in literature, allowing a broader audience to engage with historical texts.

The story centers on Sir Percy Blakeney, a seemingly frivolous English aristocrat who secretly operates as the Scarlet Pimpernel, a daring hero rescuing French nobles from execution during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution. Blakeney's clever disguises and quick wit allow him to outsmart his enemies, while his alter ego adds a thrilling layer of intrigue and adventure. The series explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the duality of human nature against a backdrop of historical turmoil.

Set in 1572 Flanders under Spanish rule, the narrative unfolds amid the oppressive atmosphere of the Inquisition. The Prince of Orange, a fugitive after a failed rebellion, seeks refuge in Ghent. The Spanish Duke of Alva plots to eliminate him by orchestrating a marriage between his general's daughter, Lenora, and the High Bailiff's son, embedding a spy in a supportive household. The tension escalates as the fate of Orange hangs in the balance, raising questions about loyalty and betrayal in a time of fear and turmoil.

Set in post-World War I Hungary, the story introduces Peter Blakeney, a descendant of the Scarlet Pimpernel, who is embroiled in the political unrest among the nobles of Transylvania. The narrative features a dashing hero adept in disguise, reminiscent of his ancestor, who aids French aristocrats during the turmoil of the French Revolution. As the plot unfolds, readers are drawn into a tale of intrigue and identity, exploring the protagonist's adventures and the complexities of his character.

Paris, 1792, people are dying. Aristocrats are running from angry revolutionaries, and a brave Englishman is helping them. He and his friends are taking them to England. But who is this Englishman, this 'Scarlet Pimpernel'? The revolutionaries really want to know -- and then they can kill him.