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The Scarlet Pimpernel

Baroness Orksy
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130. Superheroes artwork
The Rest Is HistoryDec 13, 2021
130. Superheroes
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“The Scarlet Pimpernel is discussed as a significant character in the culture of the 1910s and 1920s, with a dual identity that influences later superheroes.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: superheroes and their origins
For: Fans of comic book history and superhero narratives
Key quote: “The Scarlet Pimpernel is created initially in a play by Baroness Orksy in 1903 and then the book in 1905.”
The host discusses the influence of the Scarlet Pimpernel on the development of superhero characters, highlighting his dual identity as a key element. This character's swashbuckling nature and masked persona set a precedent for later heroes like Batman and Superman.