Bøger af Baroness Orczy

Rosemary, the former love of Peter Blakeney, is about to be married to one of Peter¿s friends. A famous journalist, she is asked to come to Transylvania and report on the Romanian occupation following the first World War, having travelled there many times in her childhood with Peter¿s mother. She agrees to move up her wedding so that her fiancé can travel with her. Soon after they get there, Peter¿s nephew and girlfriend are arrested for treason, and Rosemary is given a terrible choice¿all while Peter arrives in the country as well, seemingly working against his own family.Just as she went back several generations in previous entries in the series, this time the Baroness Orczy goes forward several, to the years immediately following World War I. Having grown up in Hungary, she sets the story in an area of the world very familiar to her, weaving her fictional characters into the real-world history of the time.

In the Dauphiné area of France, soldiers have come to arrest some local aristos as part of the French Revolution¿s anger and revenge on anyone with money. A young woman rescues the family¿s papers and money from their house after their arrests, and persuades a childhood friend to hide the valuables. The friend is soon arrested for the theft, so the young woman seeks to go to where he has been taken in order to defend him. She is herself subsequently denounced and arrested, and the Scarlet Pimpernel is soon involved in a rescue plan. But who is her father, what is his role in all of the events, and will he also be caught up in the ¿Law of the Suspect¿ that has sent so many to the guillotine?

In the third published installment of her Scarlet Pimpernel stories, Baroness Orczy brings back Chauvelin, the French official unable to catch the Pimpernel in the first novel. This time he is more determined, more ruthless, and more devious. He plans to capture both the Pimpernel and his wife, threatening an entire town in the process. He has thought of every possibility, closed every loophole, anticipated every move of his arch-rival. It appears that at last the Pimpernel might have met his match.

At one of Robespierre¿s ¿Fraternal Suppers,¿ a young man denounces Robespierre but is saved by an asthmatic vagabond. The young man flees to the home of his friend Theresia Cabarrus, who is engaged to one of the most important men in the government, and who is also desired by Robespierre himself. When the young man disappears from her home, allegedly at the hands of the Scarlet Pimpernel, the ever-present Chauvelin enlists her help in trying to capture the elusive Pimpernel. Events lead to the Pimpernel¿s wife being kidnapped, and once again the Pimpernel has to use all of his wits to escape Chauvelin¿s clutches with his life, and wife, intact.As she has done throughout the series, Baroness Orczy weaves the Scarlet Pimpernel into the threads of the history of the Revolution. In this entry, it is the Pimpernel¿s interactions with the leading players of the day that eventually leads to Robespierre¿s downfall.

In the Scarlet Pimpernel¿s fourth outing, he and his league want to free the orphaned Dauphin of France from his captors. But someone else has the same idea, although for very different, and selfish, reasons. In addition to trying to outflank his rival, the Pimpernel also has to deal with a member of his inner circle whose romance has caused him to disobey orders and put the entire plan in jeopardy. Completing his mission while once again escaping the clutches of his arch-enemy Chauvelin will push the Pimpernel to the breaking point.

The Scarlet Pimpernel series by Baroness Orczy includes the novel The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel. The story begins in Paris in April 1794, when Theresia Cabarrus is betrothed to Citizen Tallien, a popular Representative in the Convention and member of Robespierre's inner circle. Later, a handsome, impulsive young man named Bertrand Moncrief looks prepared to commit himself in opposition to the revolutionary government. In order to do this, he enlisted Régine de Serval's siblings in his scheme to accuse Robespierre of being one of the Fraternal suppers. It is a classic collection of ideas compiled into a single draft to be read by readers of several age groups. The protagonist's character is so indulging that readers are compelled to continue reading. The novel leaves the reader with an overwhelming sea of emotions.

By 1792, the idealism of the French Revolution has degenerated into a Reign of Terror. Ruthless mobs rule the streets of Paris, and each day, hundreds of royalists are sacrificed to the guillotine, with hundreds more condemned to follow. Their only hope lies in rescue by the Scarlet Pimpernel, the daring leader of an English faction that spirits aristocrats across the Channel to safety. This historical adventure tale first appeared in 1905, but its irresistible blend of romance, intrigue, and suspense renders it timeless. Readers thrill to the gallantry of the Pimpernel, whose nom de guerre derives from the wildflower he employs as a calling card. A scourge to the French authorities, the Pimpernel is the darling of the people - particularly Marguerite Blakeney, who scorns her foppish husband, Sir Percy, as ardently as she admires the Pimpernel. The basis of a classic film, this ever-popular story has recently been adapted as a musical, to the delight of Broadway audiences.

This book includes seven short stories written by Baroness Orczy from 1898 to 1906: The Red Carnation, The Traitor, Juliette, Number 187, The Trappists Vow, The Revenge Of Ur-Tasen and Young Muggins.

The Man In Grey is a romantic melodrama novel written by Baroness Orczy. The story opens during a Rohan estate sale in London in 1943, a Wren and an RAF pilot (Stewart Granger) cross paths since the last male heir died at Dunkirk. It is a collection of short stories complied into a single draft so that everyone can read them. The title character is so influencing that readers are compelled to turn pages. While some of the stories are interesting and amazing others are gruesome and can thrill readers. Orczy was born in Hungary's Tarnaörs. She was the daughter of Countess Emma Wass de Szentegyed et Cege and Baron Félix Orczy de Orci (1835-1892), a composer. The Emperor's Candlesticks (1899), In Mary's Reign (1901), The Scarlet Pimpernel (1905), By the Gods Beloved (1905), A Son of the People (1906), I Will Repay (1906), Beau Brocade (1907).

The Scarlet Pimpernel is a riveting tale of daring and heroism set during the upheaval and violence of the French Revolution. The novel follows the story of Sir Percy Blakeney, a wealthy English baronet with a secret identity as the Scarlet Pimpernel, a daring and elusive hero who rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine. As the Reign of Terror sweeps through France, the Scarlet Pimpernel risks his life to smuggle men, women, and children out of the country and to safety in England. He outwits the ruthless agents of the revolutionary government at every turn, leaving them frustrated and baffled by his sudden appearances and disappearances. When the beautiful French actress Marguerite St. Just becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of the Pimpernel, her loyalty and love are put to the test. Can she keep the Pimpernel's true identity a secret, even when the consequences of discovery are deadly? With its thrilling escapes and a cast of memorable characters, The Scarlet Pimpernel is a swashbuckling adventure full of fast-paced action and vivid depictions of the tumultuous events of the French Revolution. This Warbler Classics edition includes a biographical timeline.

The English government is looking for all of the traitorous Nobles who backed Bonnie Prince Charlie in the period after his tragic downfall, which is set in England. The main character, Beau Brocade, is a highwayman by trade but a gentleman at heart. The author Baroness Orczy attempts to compile many of her classic thoughts in a consolidated form so that everyone can read them. The title character is so indulging that readers are compelled to turn pages. Beau Brocade is available in new eye-catching cover and professionally typeset manuscript which is both modern and readable. The readers will be overwhelmed with the sea of emotions by the end of the book.

Baroness Emmuska Orczy wrote a book titled ''Pimpernel and Rosemary'', which was first released in 1924. After the First World War, it takes place, and Peter Blakeney, a Scarlet Pimpernel ancestor, appears in it (Percy Blakeney). Because most of the action takes place among the dissatisfied nobles of Hungary in Transylvania, Orczy is able to draw on her understanding of Hungarian politics and history. The plot revolves around the Scarlet Pimpernel, a dashing hero and elusive master of disguise who saves French aristocrats and smuggles them out of France to safety during the French Revolution, is actually the protagonist of the book, who poses as a posh English aristocrat. But, who is the protagonist? How will the story take around this main character? To know about the main character, readers should read this novel!

Flower O' the Lily is a novel written by Emmuska Orczy Baroness Orczy. This collection of ideas is a great work by Orczy where she attempts to compile many of his classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft and offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can read them. Some stories are interesting and amazing in this book, while others can completely draw into the book! With an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Flower O' the Lily is both modern and readable. The plot has many twists and turns that can engage a reader. This book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of ideas that are comprehended from the author's philosophical views. You might get compelled to continue reading to find out what happens next since the title character is so indulgent.

Baroness Orczy wrote The Nest of the Sparrowhawk: A Tale of the XVIIth Century. The plot opens with Sir Marmaduke de Chevasse, who is determined to acquiring Lady Sue's fortune for himself. Sue is a young woman with a girlish figure who delights in her classmates' admiration. With clothing that make her elders look ugly, she appears delicate and graceful. Sir Marmaduke schemes to woo Lady Sue while pretending to be the exiled French Prince of Orléans. He also schemes to entice young Richard Lambert to a London gambling establishment. Richard is forced to sit down at the table by his boss even though he is aware that gambling is an illegal activity. Will he succeed in his plans? Read The Nest Of The Sparrowhawk to know the complete story.

The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a novel that follows the famous adventure story The Scarlet Pimpernel written by author Baroness Orczy. The range of characters that appear on different pages is pretty fascinating. Some are humorous, some are sweet, some are repulsive, and some are interesting. The novel contains eleven short stories and each story is unique and entertaining. These stories are entertaining and provide readers a glimpse into the Scarlet Pimpernel's daily adventures in between his big, terrifying escapades described in the other novels. Baroness Orczy has beautifully consolidated her ideas into a single draft that can be read by readers of several age groups. The League Of The Scarlet Pimpernel is a masterpiece that takes the reader through a roller-coaster of emotions and unlike other novels, makes no qualms in showing tragedy in its true color.

His Majesty's Well-Beloved is a fictional novel written by Hungarian, British writer Baroness Orczy. The plot revolves around the Time of the Merrie Monarch. The book is a collection of sixteen chapters by Baroness Orczy where she attempts to compile many of her classic thoughts consolidated into a single draft so everyone can read them. Some chapters are interesting and amazing while others can create panic and thrill among the readers. The title character is so indulging that readers are compelled to turn pages. This edition of His Majesty's Well-Beloved has an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript. Baroness Orczy has worked on some other books including The Emperor's Candlesticks (1899), In Mary's Reign (1901) later The Tangled Skein (1907), The Scarlet Pimpernel (1905) (The Scarlet Pimpernel), By the Gods Beloved (1905), A Son of the People (1906), I Will Repay (1906), Beau Brocade (1907), The Elusive Pimpernel (1908) (The Scarlet Pimpernel), A True Woman (1911) and many more.

"Leatherface - A Tale Of Old Flanders," is a 1916 historical fiction by Baroness Orczy. Spain has sway over Flanders in 1572 with an absolute monarchy. People are held in a state of fear by their conquerors due to the threat of the Inquisition and its tortures. The plot opens with The Prince of Orange, William, who is currently a wanted man hiding out in the city of Ghent after leading a failed rebellion. By arranging for the marriage of his general's daughter Lenora to Ghent's High Bailiff's son, the Spanish Duke of Alva devises a scheme to assassinate Orange by inserting a spy into a household that is known to support Orange. Will they be able to succeed in their mission? To know the complete story read Leatherface.

A series of short stories by Baroness Orczy known as ""The Old Man in the Corner"" includes an unnamed armchair detective. He studies and solves murders while talking with a female journalist in the corner of a posh London tea room. Will he be able to solve the new case he was appointed to? The collection of the character's early stories is titled with the character's name. It is a collection of thirty-six chapters where some are interesting and amazing, while others can create panic and thrill among the readers. The Old Man in the Corner by Baroness Orczy is a masterwork that sends the reader on an emotional roller coaster. Unlike other books, it shows tragedy in all of its savagery and spirit. The novel is gripping and fast-paced yet poignancy and sorrow are the defining characteristics of the classic.

A 1913 adventure book by Baroness Orczy, The Laughing Cavalier centers on Percy Blakeney, a foreign adventurer and the ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel. The events of the story occur in Holland from 1623-1624. The plot has many twists and turns that engage the reader. Some chapters are interesting and surprising while others can create panic and havoc among the readers. The title character is so indulging that readers are compelled to go through the pages to find what happens next. The Laughing Cavalier by Baroness Orczy is a masterpiece that takes the reader through a roller-coaster of emotions. The book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of ideas comprehended into a single draft to be read by readers of several age groups.

The author of I Will Repay is Baroness Emmuska Orczy. Before the French revolution, in 1784, the narrative begins. Rich Paul Déroulède insulted the youthful Vicomte de Marny by referring to his most recent fling, Adèle de Monterchéri. Déroulède had no intention of becoming involved in the argument, but he has the propensity to become involved in trouble by accident, which is ""no doubt a legacy left to him by his bourgeois lineage."" The Duc d'Orléans, the boy's father, is offended by the insult and dares his son to a fight. Vicomte, furious at his son's behavior despite being from a noble family, is no match for Désiré Dénouez-Drouot, who disarms him and murders him with bare hands.Juliette Marny sneaked her way into Citizen-Deputy Déroulède's home on August 19, 1793, and had her sign an oath to ruin him. She keeps planning retribution on her host since she doesn't realize that he merely wants to atone for the loss of her brother.Although Juliette has promised to ruin him, Paul Déroulede falls head over heels in love with her. She publishes a letter criticizing her host, but she ignores his affection for her. On their way from the courthouse to the jail, the condemned couple is rescued by the Scarlet Pimpernel and his companions.

The fourth novel in the venerable adventure series, The Elusive Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy, was first released in 1908.French Agent Chauvelin visits England in 1793 as an authorized agent of the French government. His true objective is to deceive Sir Percy Blakeney into going back to France so that he can be apprehended and executed there. At a gala on Richmond Green, a young French actress named Désirée Candielle helps devise the plot.To raise money for the underprivileged in Paris, Désirée is operating a tent with a mock guillotine. Marguerite Blakeney walks into her stall and is immediately moved by the young girl's tragic tale. Then, in front of the Prince of Wales, she extends an invitation for her to perform at her Richmond home. Sir Percy insists that they both visit him at his house as scheduled.Sir Percy Blakeney's Scarlet Pimpernel is set up by Désirée Candielle as part of a plot to get rid of him by his arch-rival Chauvelin. Marguerite is arrested for attempting to enter France on a false passport, and the citizens of Boulogne are threatened with death if she escapes. But as always Percy is more than a match for his nemesis and proves his mettle in every battle.

Eldorado is a continuation book to The Scarlet Pimpernel, first published in 1913. The plot starts in 1794, Sir Percy consents to take Armand St Just, brother of his wife, Marguerite, to France as a part of an arrangement to save the young Dauphin.The plot starts in 1794, Sir Percy consents to take Armand St Only, sibling of his better half, Marguerite, to France as a feature of an arrangement to save the youthful Dauphin. He falls in love with an entertainer named Jeanne L'Ange and fails to remember his promise to his leader. She is captured and Armand fails to trust Sir Percy who has let him know that he will safeguard her and fails to remember his promise to his leader. Sir Percy is caught by Chauvelin and Heron in the cell that was home to Marie Antoinette in her last days. Armand, desperate to share Jeanne's destiny, runs to the entryway of the Temple jail and shouts, "Long Live the King".The Pimpernel has proactively gotten Jeanne's freedom. After 17 days in jail, Percy is certain that the dauphin has been shipped securely into Holland. He then, imagines, by professing to break and admit his whereabouts, to make his departure.