The classic collection of baroness emmuska orczy. novels, short stories. illustrated

"The Classic Collection of Baroness Emmuska Orczy" presents a captivating array of novels and short stories from the esteemed author, highlighting her iconic tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue. At the forefront of this anthology is "The Scarlet Pimpernel," Orczy's timeless masterpiece that follows the exploits of Sir Percy Blakeney, a dashing English aristocrat who leads a secret double life as the elusive Scarlet Pimpernel. With cunning disguises and daring rescues, Sir Percy and his League of the Scarlet Pimpernel risk their lives to save French aristocrats from the guillotine during the Reign of Terror.The collection also features thrilling sequels and spin-offs, including "Sir Percy Leads the Band," "Sir Percy Hits Back," and "The Way of the Scarlet Pimpernel," which further explore the adventures of the enigmatic hero and his valiant companions. Additionally, readers will be captivated by Orczy's riveting short stories, such as "Mam'zelle Guillotine," which offer glimpses into the world of espionage, betrayal, and heroism.Illustrated with evocative artwork that brings Orczy's vivid characters and settings to life, this anthology immerses readers in the swashbuckling world of the Scarlet Pimpernel. From the bustling streets of revolutionary France to the opulent salons of English high society, Orczy's stories transport readers to a time of political upheaval and romantic intrigue.Whether you're a longtime admirer of Baroness Emmuska Orczy's work or discovering her stories for the first time, "The Classic Collection" is sure to enchant with its blend of adventure, romance, and suspense. Prepare to be swept away by the daring escapades of the Scarlet Pimpernel and the timeless allure of Orczy's storytelling.THE EMPEROR'S CANDLESTICKSIN MARY'S REIGNTHE SCARLET PIMPERNELBY THE GODS BELOVEDI WILL REPAYA SON OF THE PEOPLEBEAU BROCADETHE ELUSIVE PIMPERNELTHE NEST OF THE SPARROWHAWKPETTICOAT GOVERNMENTA TRUE WOMANFIRE IN STUBBLEMEADOWSWEETEL DORADOUNTO CÆSARTHE LAUGHING CAVALIERA BRIDE OF THE PLAINSTHE BRONZE EAGLELEATHERFACELORD TONY'S WIFEA SHEAF OF BLUEBELLSHIS MAJESTY'S WELL-BELOVEDTHE FIRST SIR PERCYTHE TRIUMPH OF THE SCARLET PIMPERNELNICOLETTEPIMPERNEL AND ROSEMARYSIR PERCY HITS BACKMARIVOSAA JOYOUS ADVENTUREA CHILD OF THE REVOLUTIONTHE SCARLET PIMPERNEL LOOKS AT THE WORLDTHE WAY OF THE SCARLET PIMPERNELSIR PERCY LEADS THE BANDMAM'ZELLE GUILLOTINETHE WILL-O'-THE-WISPTHE SHORT STORY COLLECTIONS- OLD HUNGARIAN FAIRY TALES- THE CASE OF MISS ELLIOTT- THE OLD MAN IN THE CORNER- LADY MOLLY OF SCOTLAND YARD- THE LEAGUE OF THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL- CASTLES IN THE AIR- UNRAVELLED KNOTS- SKIN O' MY TOOT- ADVENTURES OF THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL- IN THE RUE MONGE