Alexandre Dumas: The Count of Monte Cristo, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the most enduring works of classic literature, a sweeping tale of betrayal, loyalty, courage, and the search for justice. First published in 1844 by Alexandre Dumas, the novel opens with Edmond Dantès at the height of his promise-a young sailor admired for his integrity, trusted by his captain, and beloved by those around him. Yet beneath the surface of his good fortune lies a conspiracy that will alter the course of his life.

This Reading Edition, Volume I, presents the opening chapters of the complete and unabridged text. As Dantès returns to Marseille and looks toward a bright future, the forces that envy his prospects begin to move against him. Through shifting alliances, political tensions, and hidden motives, Dumas sets the stage for one of literature's most powerful transformations. These early chapters introduce the friendships, rivalries, and misunderstandings that form the foundation of the epic to come. With its vivid sense of place, memorable characters, and unfolding intrigue, Volume I immerses readers in a world where honor and ambition collide. Themes of trust, innocence, manipulation, and destiny are woven throughout, revealing how even small acts of malice can reshape a life. Divided into six volumes for ease of reading, this series preserves the full original novel while offering a format that is comfortable to hold, visually inviting, and ideal for extended reading sessions. Volume I marks the beginning of Edmond Dantès's journey-from hope to betrayal, from promise to peril-and prepares readers for the dramatic events that will define his fate.