Webster's Dictionary says, "Love is an affection based on admiration, benevolence, or common interest." The Scarlet Pimpernel, written by Baroness Orczy, emphasizes three different basic types of love. Chauvelin and his troops greatly reveal the devotion of true love for their county. Furthermore, the heartwarming bond between brother and sister is one of a kind. Those particular moments when you and your brother feel affection for each other remain very irregular, even in this century. Even so, the most distinct love today remains the mutual admiration of human beings. These three types of love manifest themselves in everyday life. This novel chronicles an individual's unfathomable affection for his country, the fascinating adoration between two brothers, and the hidden love between a man and his wife. Loving one's country demonstrates patriotism, but exceeding patriotism can lead to inhumane acts. Throughout the book, Chauvelin's love for France was overwhelming, but noticeably distorted. Incredibly, Chauvelin would have willingly died, precisely for the victory against the French. A person like Chauvelin will take extreme measures for the safety and good of his kingdom. Interestingly, the book states on page 74: “He was blindly enthusiastic about the revolutionary cause, despised all social inequalities, and had an ardent love for his country.” With an open imagination, readers can imagine Chauvelin as someone who stood up straight, walked with a quick step, and completed every mission for his country with great discernment, promptness, and loyalty. Obviously, this man had great love and patriotism for his country. Together with a kind of patriotic love, the poignant portrait of two brothers and their childhood love for...... middle of paper...... radiates three love themes. First, Chauvelin's character showed great love for his country, even if it meant dying for it. Furthermore, the familial type of love resided between Marguerite and her brother, even though they separated in separate ways, where their love is described on page 45 as “the same deep and intense love”. Finally, the relationship between Marguerite and Percy showed the intimate love of another person, between a couple. Overall, this book renders different types of love, which leaves the reader wanting to follow the character's good examples. Between the lines, this beautiful story weaves a fascinating picture of true love and what the consequences of such feelings can be, good or bad. Analyzing love may seem corny, but in the long run it will help people decide for themselves which relationships to keep or break free from...