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The Scarlet Pimpernel

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This adaptation explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the contrasts between social classes during a period of upheaval. It addresses the moral complexities of loyalty and betrayal, reflecting the intense emotions and conflicts of the era. Readers are encouraged to consider their emotional readiness and comfort level before engaging with this content.

Reading Levels

Total Words 84055
Unique Words 7834
Reading Ease
Total Words 73308
Unique Words 6184
Reading Ease
Total Words 61525
Unique Words 4764
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Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian

The Scarlet Pimpernel

About the Author

Baroness Emmuska Orczy (1865-1947) was a Hungarian-born British author and playwright best known for her creation of the character the Scarlet Pimpernel. Her works often reflect her passion for adventure and heroism, blending romance with historical intrigue. Through stories like "The Scarlet Pimpernel," Orczy's writing reveals the timeless struggle for justice and the enduring power of love.

Story Overview

Step into the thrilling world of "The Scarlet Pimpernel" with our leveled reading adaptation. Set during the tumultuous times of the French Revolution, follow the daring exploits of Sir Percy Blakeney, a seemingly foolish English aristocrat who secretly becomes the heroic Scarlet Pimpernel. With his clever disguises and quick wits, he risks everything to save innocent lives from the guillotine, navigating the dangerous waters of loyalty, love, and intrigue.

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Synchronized Materials

Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

A Multimedia Reading Experience

Combine Print & Digital

The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.