The Count of Monte Cristo

Le comte de Monte Cristo (The Count of Monte Cristo) is a classic adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. It is often considered Dumas' best work, and is frequently included on lists of the best novels of all time. The writing of the work was completed in 1844, and released as an 18-part series over the next two years. Dumas collaborated with other authors in the writing.

Revenge

Ten years after his trip to Marseille, Dantès begins his quest of vengeance, having spent the previous decade mentally and physically preparing himself for the upcoming trials. He moves to Paris and installs himself in society where he becomes the sensation of all Paris. The Count enters into friendship and trust with his sworn enemies, and engineers the demise of each.

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