The Laughing Cavalier by Baroness Orczy Juvenile Fiction, Action & Adventure

Name: The Laughing Cavalier by Baroness Orczy Juvenile Fiction, Action & Adventure
ISBN: 9781463898656

by Baroness Orczy, Baroness Emmuska Orczy

Travel back to 1623 Haarlem, Netherlands, with Diogenes, the ancestor of the legendary Scarlet Pimpernel. Join him and his friends Pythagoras and Socrates as they bravely defend justice and the royali

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Baroness Orczy, renowned for The Scarlet Pimpernel, introduces young readers to the Pimpernel's heroic ancestor, Diogenes, in this engaging historical adventure set in 1623 Haarlem, Netherlands. Alongside his friends, Diogenes champions justice and the royalist cause, navigating political intrigue and danger. The narrative weaves in historical details, including an appearance by the painter Frans Hals, whose famous 'Laughing Cavalier' portrait is posited as a depiction of Diogenes. This middle-grade novel offers a blend of action, historical context, and themes of loyalty and bravery, perfect for readers aged 10-14 who enjoy classic adventure stories and a glimpse into the past.

Justice & Fairness Good vs. Evil Fear & Bravery Friendship & Loyalty Self-Confidence & Identity Princesses Friendship & Social