Pregunta: What are the different versions of the Count of Monte Cristo?

How long is the unabridged version of Count of Monte Cristo?

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Is Count of Monte Cristo a true story?

Tom Reiss’ swashbuckling new book, “The Black Count,” tells the true story of Alex Dumas, son of a French nobleman and an African slave, the father of author Alexandre Dumas and the inspiration for the younger Dumas’ classic novel “The Count of Monte Cristo.”

Should I read The Count of Monte Cristo?

For anyone out there that hasn’t read the book yet and likes adventure and historical fiction, this is a must read, it’s a great book that just flows when reading it, totally recommend it.

Why is the Count of Monte Cristo a classic?

Firstly, The Count of Monte Cristo is considered a great adventure story, much like Treasure Island. It features exotic locales and suspenseful action. No matter what era you’re living in, a good adventure yarn is always fun. Secondly, the story deals with universal themes: vengeance and love.

Are Duke Classics Abridged?

They are abridged, simplified, and—of course—illustrated to make them more approachable. There are 66 $8 hardcovers in this collection. … There are 36 hardcovers in this collection (three times the size of the Puffin Classics selection), each costing $10.