The Count of Monte Cristo

6b Alexandre Dumas. London: Ward, Lock & Co., Ltd, ca.1899.

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The Count of Monte Cristo, first published in 1844, is one of the most famous adventure novels by the French writer Alexandre Dumas. The story follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor who is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned in the fortress of Château d’If. After years of confinement, Dantès escapes and discovers a hidden treasure on the island of Monte Cristo, allowing him to assume a new identity and carefully carry out a complex plan of revenge against those who betrayed him. Blending intrigue, romance, and dramatic twists, the novel explores themes of justice, vengeance, redemption, and the consequences of both betrayal and forgiveness. The novel has now been adapted into numerous stage and screen productions.

Alexandre Dumas (1802–1870) was one of the most widely read authors of the nineteenth century, celebrated for his historical adventure novels filled with memorable characters and fast-paced storytelling. Many of his works, including The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, were originally published in serialized form in French newspapers, which helped them reach a broad audience. Drawing inspiration from historical events and real-life accounts, Dumas created stories that combined historical detail with imaginative drama. The Count of Monte Cristo remains one of his most enduring works, admired for its intricate plot and its powerful exploration of fate, justice, and human resilience. 

Copies of The Count of Monte Cristo that have survived for more than a century carry a particular charm for collectors, offering not only the enduring adventure of Dumas’s classic tale but also a tangible connection to the long history of readers who have treasured the novel across generations.

Description

Green canvas binding with black lettering to upper cover and spine. Some sun-fading to spine and sideburns to head and foot of spine. Some fogging to upper cover. Very good condition.