After fourteen years of wrongful imprisonment, merchant sailor Edmond Dantès escapes his grim island fortress. With the promises of youth erased and his betrothed now married to someone else, Dantès lives for one purpose: revenge. Thanks to a benevolent prison confidante who reveals the location of a hidden treasure, Dantès buys his way, unrecognized, int...
After fourteen years of wrongful imprisonment, merchant sailor Edmond Dantès escapes his grim island fortress. With the promises of youth erased and his betrothed now married to someone else, Dantès lives for one purpose: revenge. Thanks to a benevolent prison confidante who reveals the location of a hidden treasure, Dantès buys his way, unrecognized, into society. Adopting a new identity as the Count of Monte Cristo, he sets out to destroy the rivals who framed him for treason. But the count’s obsessive quest could have irrevocable consequences for the innocent—and for himself.
What unfolds is an epic tale of breathtaking intrigue and righteous retribution from Alexandre Dumas, the nineteenth-century master of high adventure.
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Why read The Count of Monte Cristo?
First published in 1844, The Count of Monte Cristo has remained relevant for over 182 years — a mark of lasting literary value that few books achieve.
Blending Classics with Romance, this book appeals to readers who appreciate stories that mix elements from more than one tradition.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Alexandre Dumas's work and build a focused reading list.
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After fourteen years of wrongful imprisonment, merchant sailor Edmond Dantès escapes his grim island fortress. With the promises of youth erased and his betrothed now married to someone else, Dantès lives for one purpose: revenge. Thanks to a benevolent prison confidante who r...
Who wrote The Count of Monte Cristo?
The Count of Monte Cristo is by Alexandre Dumas.
What genre is The Count of Monte Cristo?
The Count of Monte Cristo falls within Classics and Romance. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.
When was The Count of Monte Cristo published?
The Count of Monte Cristo was first published in 1844 by Alexandre Dumas.
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