The Life and Exploits of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a novel written by John Blakeney. The book follows the life and adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel, a mysterious and elusive hero who operates in France during the French Revolution. The Scarlet Pimpernel is a master of disguise and is able to move freely in and out of France, rescuing aristocrats who are in danger of being executed by the revolutionary government. The novel is set against the backdrop...