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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A magnificent book, a story that should be read
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Read this book one more time since my last review. Still want to read it once more.
10/12/2007
Great book. Easy to read, though long and filled with well written and complex characters.
I agree with a recent comment though: the ending was good, but not what I had hoped.
I agree with a recent comment though: the ending was good, but not what I had hoped.
09/24/2007
Amazing read! Everyone should read this classic novel.
09/18/2007
It's a massive read, but intriguing! The author truly get you committed and emotionally involved with Edmond Dantes, a.k.a. the Count of Monte Cristo, and the large cast of characters.
My biggest reason I removed one star is that I'm not sure if I totally liked the ending was written. It wasn't bad - gosh no! - but I truly think it could have been done better.
This book is perfect for reading in an e-book format. You won't be daunted by the size of the book. Instead, your focus will be enjoying the story.
My biggest reason I removed one star is that I'm not sure if I totally liked the ending was written. It wasn't bad - gosh no! - but I truly think it could have been done better.
This book is perfect for reading in an e-book format. You won't be daunted by the size of the book. Instead, your focus will be enjoying the story.
09/01/2007
A must read.Its the favourite of everyone.Its also the favourite novel of the founder of the country of Pakistan, Mohamed Ali Jinnah.
I recommend everybody read it !!!!!
I recommend everybody read it !!!!!
08/17/2007
Utterly absorbing.Dumas has fantastically reduced a complex subject to it's fundamentals.
12/15/2006
This is an amazing story, with a timeless quality that has made it last for this long. Your attention is held every minute as you see the plot unfold before your eyes.
12/02/2006
Seriously, this is a great book. If you are afraid of it because of its length, try it on for size. You just may find it to be much more managable than you think.
11/22/2006
this is one of the books which will withstand the onslaught of time and it is such a complete book that you name anything, be it is literature, geography, chemistry, philosophy you will find it inside. enjoy repeated readings and one is sure to find something new everytime.
11/21/2006
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