SynopsisThe Count of Monte Cristo is an adventure novel by French author Alexandre Dumas, completed in 1844. It is one of the author's most popular works. Like many of his novels, it was expanded from plot outlines suggested by his collaborating ghostwriter,Auguste Maquet. The story takes place in France, Italy, and islands in the Mediterranean during the historical events of 1815–1839the era of the Bourbon Restoration through the reign of Louis-Philippe of France. It begins just before the Hundred Days period. The historical setting is a fundamental element of the book. The book consists of an adventure story primarily concerned with themes of hope, justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness. It focusses on a man who is wrongfully imprisoned, escapes from jail, acquires a fortune, and sets about exacting revenge on those responsible for his imprisonment. His plans have devastating consequences for both the innocent and the guilty.The book is considered a literary classic today.
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About the author
Alexandre Dumas (24 July 1802–5 December 1870) was a renowned French writer. He is best known for his numerous historical and adventurous novels. He is one of the most widely read French authors in the world. The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, The Man in the Iron Mask, and The Vicomte of Bragelonne are some of his most famous works.
