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“A piece of perfect storytelling.” — Robert Louis Stevenson. First published in 1844, The Count of Monte Cristo remains one of literature’s greatest adventures. Based on actual events, this sweeping historical romance, considered to be Dumas’ finest work, recounts the story of Edmond Dantès, a gallant young sailor whose life takes a bitter turn when, during the final days of Napoleon’s reign, he is falsely accused of treason and condemned to lifelong imprisonment. After languishing for many years in a fetid dungeon, he makes his dramatic escape. In a labyrinthine tale plump with themes of justice, vengeance, lost love, and mercy and forgiveness, Dantès is now free to play out his elaborate plans of revenge on those who betrayed him.
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Alexandre Dumas
Considered to be Dumas’ finest work.
“A piece of perfect storytelling.” — Robert Louis Stevenson
One of literature’s greatest adventures
The Count of Monte Cristo: Abridged Edition
Based on actual events, this sweeping historical romance recounts the story of Edmond Dantès, a gallant young sailor whose life takes a bitter turn when, during the final days of Napoleon’s reign, he is falsely accused of treason and condemned to lifelong imprisonment. After languishing for many years in a fetid dungeon, he makes his dramatic escape.
Publisher : Dover Publications; Abridged edition (February 27, 2007)
Language : English
Paperback : 448 pages
ISBN-10 : 0486456439
ISBN-13 : 978-0486456430
Lexile measure : 560
Item Weight : 15.9 ounces
Dimensions : 5.25 x 0.75 x 8 inches
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Customers find the book worth the time and mention it’s original. They also describe the story as captivating, great, and interesting to learn about French society. Readers also mention the characters as interesting. Opinions are mixed on the writing style, length, and complexity. Some find the prose very good and detailed, while others find the language antiquities hard to understand and leave out key details. Reader opinions are mixed also on the pacing, with some finding it fast paced and others finding it slow.
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