The count of monte cristo (complete and unabridged edition)

An epic of vengeance and redemption in 19th century paris - a timeless masterpiece of french literature (complete and unabridged edition)

Alexandre Dumas

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"The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas is a captivating adventure novel that tells the story of Edmond Dantès, a young Marseille sailor unjustly imprisoned. Victim of a plot orchestrated by jealous rivals, Dantès is accused of treason and locked up in the sinister fortress of Château d'If. During his long incarceration, Dantès meets Abbé Faria, an erudite prisoner who becomes his mentor. Faria reveals to him the existence of a treasure hidden on the island of Monte Cristo. After Faria's death, Dantès escapes spectacularly and discovers the fabulous treasure, which gives him immeasurable wealth. Transformed by the ordeal and fortune, Dantès reappears in Parisian high society under the mysterious identity of the Count of Monte Cristo. He then implements a meticulous plan of revenge against those who betrayed him: Fernand Mondego, Baron Danglars, Gérard de Villefort, and Caderousse. Each act of retaliation is cleverly orchestrated, revealing the secrets and crimes of his enemies. Throughout his quest, Monte Cristo is confronted with the unforeseen consequences of his actions, particularly on innocents. The novel thus explores themes of justice, redemption, and the limits of vengeance. The transformation of Dantès, from a naive young man to a relentless avenger, then to a being capable of compassion, constitutes the emotional heart of the work. Dumas weaves a complex plot, populated with memorable characters and striking twists. "The Count of Monte Cristo" remains a timeless classic, combining adventure, romance, and moral reflection in a captivating narrative.

L'auteur - Alexandre Dumas

Alexandre Dumas dit Dumas père est un écrivain français. Il est né en 1802 et mort à Puys, près de Dieppe en 1870. Il est l’auteur des plus gros succès de l’époque romantique tel que « Les trois mousquetaires » ou « La Reine Margot ». On lui prête des négriers littéraires dont Auguste Maquet pour l’écriture de ses livres. Malgré ses succès, il aura des dettes et vendra le château de Monte-Cristo aux enchères. On peut retrouver ses cendres au Panthéon, depuis 2002.