Betrayed and imprisoned, Edmond Dantès emerges with a new identity-and a carefully planned destiny.
Alexandre Dumas's The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the world's great adventure novels, combining betrayal, imprisonment, escape, wealth, revenge, romance, and redemption into an unforgettable story.
Edmond Dantès begins with a promising future, but the jealousy and schemes of others destroy his freedom and change the course of his life. Years later, circumstances transform him into the mysterious and extraordinarily wealthy Count of Monte Cristo, giving him the means to confront those who wronged him.
With its unforgettable characters, dramatic twists, lavish settings, and exploration of justice and revenge, this classic remains a gripping reading experience for generations of readers.
Discover one of literature's greatest tales of betrayal, transformation, revenge, and redemption.