Publisher's Synopsis
Taking The Bastille is a historical novel written by Alexandre Dumas and published in 1910. The book is set in the late 18th century during the French Revolution and follows the story of a young man named Julien de Lallande, who is swept up in the tumultuous events of the time.As the revolutionaries storm the Bastille prison, Julien finds himself caught up in the excitement and joins the crowds in their fight for freedom. Along the way, he meets a number of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Louise and a mysterious figure known only as ""The Scarlet Pimpernel.""As Julien becomes more deeply involved in the revolution, he must navigate a dangerous political landscape filled with intrigue, betrayal, and violence. Along the way, he must confront his own beliefs and ideals, as well as the harsh realities of life in revolutionary France.Taking The Bastille is a thrilling and action-packed novel that captures the spirit of one of the most pivotal moments in French history. With its vivid characters, rich historical detail, and fast-paced plot, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the French Revolution or historical fiction in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
