The Count of Monte Cristo
The Count of Monte Cristo
Free DownloadA classic adventure novel, often considered Dumas' best work, and frequently included on lists of the best novels of all time. Completed in 1844, and released as an 18-part series over the next two years, Dumas collaborated with other authors throughout. The story takes place in France, Italy, and the Mediterranean from the end of the rule of Napoleon I through the reign of Louis-Philippe.
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quite right to refuse. If you mean as responsible agent when you ask me the question, I believe there is nothing to say against him, and that you will be content with the way in which he has performed his duty."
"But tell me, Dantes, if you had command of the Pharaon should you be glad to see Danglars remain?"
"Captain or mate, M. Morrel, I shall always have the greatest respect for those who possess the owners' confidence."
"That's right, that's right, Dantes! I see you are a thoroughly good fellow, and will detain you no longer. Go, for I see how impatient you are."
"Then I have leave?"
"Go, I tell you."
"May I have the use of your skiff?"
"Certainly."
"Then, for the present, M. Morrel, farewell, and a thousand thanks!"
"I hope soon to see you again, my dear Edmond. Good luck to you."
The young sailor jumped into the skiff, and sat down in the stern sheets, with the order that he be put ashore at La Canebiere. The two oarsmen bent to the
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I have found that this book is best digested in parts, not whole. The style is very different from modern prose. So, today\'s reader can find it to be a chore at times (I know I did!) .
That being said, this is a wonderful book that is still very exciting to read. It is well worth reading.
That being said, this is a wonderful book that is still very exciting to read. It is well worth reading.
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My fav book of all time
09/29/2011
My Favorite And An Excellent Noval.
06/11/2011
One of my favorite novels of all time!
The novel is Excellent.
The novel is Excellent.
11/29/2010
revenge full story,all characters are memorable ones
11/13/2010
just finished this great book last night. Ever since seeing the 70's movie i always loved the story. The most recent movie was great too. And i liked the way it finished with albert being revealed as dantes son, explaining why mercedes married fernand, and mercedes and dantes ending up together. The count never expressed any love for haydee, even at the end really. Was surprised and a little disappointed at the ending. Still, a great read.
07/26/2010
Fantastic read, a real pleasure.
04/15/2010
I saw the movie only half and since then i was finding the book. this is a excelent story and the best novel i have ever read.
04/03/2010
One of my favorite novels of all time!
11/17/2009
I've seen the movie and i like it...since then i want to read the book... thanks.
11/15/2009
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