Scaramouche: A Romance of the French Revolution
Rafael Sabatini
Nov 2019 · Good Press
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Rafael Sabatini's 'Scaramouche' is a swashbuckling historical novel set during the French Revolution, filled with political intrigue, romance, and adventure. Sabatini's fluid prose and detailed descriptions bring to life the tumultuous time period, captivating readers with his vivid storytelling and richly developed characters. The novel explores themes of social justice, identity, and the pursuit of freedom, making it a timeless tale that resonates with readers of all ages. 'Scaramouche' is a classic example of historical fiction that seamlessly blends fact with fiction, drawing readers into a thrilling world of duels, deception, and drama. Rafael Sabatini, a prolific author known for his historical adventure novels, drew inspiration for 'Scaramouche' from his own Italian heritage and deep interest in European history. His background as a linguist and writer enabled him to craft a compelling narrative that has endured the test of time, capturing the imagination of generations of readers. I highly recommend 'Scaramouche' to any reader who enjoys a riveting tale set in a tumultuous historical period, complete with unforgettable characters and heart-pounding action. Sabatini's masterful storytelling and intricate plot twists make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure literature.
About the author
Rafael Sabatini was born April 29, 1875 in Jesi, Italy. At a young age, Rafael was exposed to many languages, and attending school in Portugal and, as a teenager, in Switzerland. By the time he was seventeen, when he went to England to live permanently, he could speak five languages. He quickly added English and chose to write in his adopted language, because, he said, "all the best stories are written in English." After a brief stint in the business world, Sabatini went to work as a writer. He wrote short stories in the 1890s, and his first novel came out in 1902. It took Sabatini almost a quarter of century before he attained success with Scaramouche in 1921. It became an international best-seller. Captain Blood followed in 1922 and was equally as successful. Sabatini was a prolific writer; he produced a new book approximately every year. While he would never achieve the success of Scaramouche and Captain Blood, Sabatini still maintained a great deal of popularity with the reading public through the decades that followed. By the 1940s, illness forced the writer to slow his prolific method of composition. However, he did write several additional works even during that time. His body of work consists of 31 novels, 8 short story colections and 6 books of poetry. He died February 13, 1950 in Switzerland. He is buried at Adelboden, Switzerland.
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