The Scarlet Pimpernel

The Comedie Franaise (pg. 2): The national theater of France; it as created after the passin of Moilier in 1673. The company was torn in the early stages of the French Revolution, current time of The Scarlet Pimpernel. Via britannica.com 

Revolutionary Tribunal (pg. 2): Please read more here:

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Nuptials (pg. 3): Of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony. Via dictionary.refernce.com

Obstreperous (pg. 4): Unruly. Via dictionary.reference.com

Flag-burners (pg. 4): This was signficant because the flag was created as a symbol of the revolution in 1789. Via enchantedlearning.com 

Ruffians (pg. 4): A tough, lawless person. Via dictionary.refernce.com

Subversives (pg. 5): A person who adopts principles or policies that seek to overthrow, destroy, or undermine anestablished or existing system, especially a legally constituted government or a set of beliefs. Via dictionary.refernce.com

Demme (pg. 6): A variation of the phrase "damn it". Via urbandictionary.com

Bloody Bouquet (pg. 6): Referring to the severed heads. 

Guillotine (pg. 7): Please read more here:

Deliliah (pg. 8): An allusion to the biblical story of Sampson and Delilah. Delilah betrays her beloved Sampson, but cutting his hair in his sleep, which contained his power. Via biblegateway.com 

Disavows (pg. 12): To disclaim knowledge of, connection with, or responsibility for. Via dictionary.reference.com

Oh, stuff (pg. 12): Nonsense or an exclamation. 

Poppycock (pg. 12): Nonsense. Via dictionary.reference.com

Sink me (pg. 13): English curse, especially popular amoung sailors. Short for "Sink me to the devil!" Via blakeneymanor.com

Demned (pg. 13): Variation of damned. 

Formidable (pg. 13): Causing fear, apprehension, or dread. Via dictionary.referencce.com

Gad (pg. 13): An abbreviation of "God's hooks" ie. the nails of Christ's Cross. Used as an exclamation or mild oath. Via blakeneymanor.com

Tinker's Damn: (pg. 14): The smallest degree or amount. Via freedictionary.com

Lud (pg. 16): An exclamation of dismay or surprise. Via freedictionary.com

Cossacks (pg. 17): A member of a people of southern Russia and Ukraine, noted for their horsemanship and military skill. Via books.google.com

Dilettante (pg. 17): A person who cultivates an area of interest, such as the arts, without real commitment or knowledge. Via books.google.com

Fop (pg. 17): A man who is excessively vain and concerned about his dress, appearance, and manners. Via blakeneymanor.com

Mutton (pg. 17): Lamb.

La (pg. 18): An exclmation of wonder or surprise. Via blakeneymanor.com 

Zooks (pg. 18): An abbreviation of "God's hooks" ie. the nails of Christ's Cross. Used as an exclamation or mild oath. Via blakeneymanor.com

Scarlet Pimpernel (pg. 20): Red flower. 

David (pg. 20): An allusion to the biblical story of David and Goliath. David enters the Valley of Elah to challenege the mighty Goliath, whom he defeats. Via wikipedia.org

Sucrrilous (pg. 27): Characterized by or using low buffoonery; coarsely jocular or derisive. Via dictionary.refernce.com 

Tremulous (pg. 27): Characterized by trembling, as from fear,nervousness, or weakness. Via dictionary.refernce.com 

Heath (pg. 30): A shrubland habitat — especially in the British Isles. Via wikipedia.com

Seine (pg. 30): The Seine is a 776-kilometre long river and an important commercial waterway within the Paris Basin in the north of France. Via wikipedia.com

Feeling his oats (pg. 31): To feel energetic or frisky; to behave in a vigorous or bold manner. Via en.wiktionary.org

And all that rot (pg. 31): All that sort of thing or all that nonsense. Via wordwizard.com

Stilletos (pg. 32): Slender dagger or knife. Via wikipedia.org

Jackanapes (pg 32): An impertinent person. Via books.google.com

Breeches (pg. 33): Short trousers fastened just below the knee, now chiefly worn for riding a horse or as part of ceremonial dress.Via books.google.com 

The Channel (pg. 37): Referring to the channel between England and France. 

The Revolution (pg. 37): Please read more here:

Indignation (pg. 37): Strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting,or base; righteous anger. Via dictionary.reference.com

Jabots (pg. 39): An ornamental frill or ruffle on the front of a shirt or blouse, typically made of lace. Via books.google.com

Rousseau (pg 40): A philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. His political philosophy influenced the Enlightenment in France and across Europe, as well as aspects of the French Revolution and the overall development of modern political and educational thought. Via wikipedia.org

Rabble Rousers (pg. 45): A person who speaks with the intention of inflaming the emotions of a crowd of people, typically for political reasons. Via books.google.com

Besmirch (pg. 45): To detract from the honor or luster of. Via dictionary.reference.com

Cravats (pg. 46): A neckband. Via books.google.com

Ninconpoops (pg. 46): A foolish or stupid person. Via books.google.com

Pantaloons (pg. 46): Loose-fitting usually shorter than ankle-length trousers. Via merriam-webster.com

Spangle (pg. 46): A small thin piece of glittering material, typically used in quantity to ornament a dress; a sequin. Via books.google.com

Haberdashery (pg. 47): A place that sells small articles for sewing, such as buttons, ribbons, zips. Via wikipedia.org

Candor (pg. 48): The state or quality of being frank, open, and sincere in speech orexpression. Via dictionary.reference.com

Frou- Frou (pg. 48): Frilly; heavily ornamental; fancy. Via en.wiktionary.org

Rickrack (pg 49): Flat narrow braid woven in zigzag form, used as a trimming for clothing or curtains. Via wikipedia.org

Taffeta (pg. 49): A crisp, smooth, plain woven fabric made from silk. Via wikipedia.org

Larks (pg. 50): Enjoy oneself by behaving in a playful and mischievous way. Via books.google.com

Fiddling Nero (pg. 56): Popular legend claims that Nero played the fiddle at the time of The Great Fire of Rome. The fire started in shops selling flammable goods. The extent of the fire is uncertain. According to Tacitus, who was nine at the time of the fire, it spread quickly and burned for over five days. It destroyed three of fourteen Roman districts and severely damaged seven. Via wikipedia.org

Bunk (pg. 56): Nonsense. Via books.google.com

What Cheek (pg. 57): Impertinent talk or behavior. Via books.google.com

Dell (pg. 58): A small wooded valley. Via wikipedia.org

Storming the Bastille (pg. 64): Please read more here: 

Scruples (pg. 65): A moral or ethical consideration or standard that acts as a restrainingforce or inhibits certain actions. Via dictionary.reference.com

Poor Sot (pg. 65): A habitual drunkard. Via books.google.com

Ninnies (pg. 68): A foolish person. Via books.google.com

Denounce (pg. 83): To condemn or censure openly or publicly. Via dictionary.refernce.com