The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas (Book Analysis)

This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. It provides a thorough exploration of the novel’s plot, characters and main themes, including justice and revenge. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

This clear and detailed 28-page reading guide is structured as follows:

• Biography of Alexandre Dumas
• Presentation of The Count of Monte Cristo
• Summary of The Count of Monte Cristo
• Character study
  • Edmond Dantès or the Count of Monte Cristo
  • Mercédès
  • Fernand Mondego
  • Villefort
  • Danglars
• Analysis of The Count of Monte Cristo
  • A historical novel
  • Justice and its limits
  • A satire of French high society

About The Count of Monte Cristo

The Count of Monte Cristo was first published in 1844 as a serial, and it later appeared as a group of tomes published between 1844 and 1846. It tells the story of Edmond Dantès, a young man who is accused of Bonapartism and sentenced to 14 years in prison.

The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the major works of French literature. It is set in France, Italy and islands in the Mediterranean and is inspired by actual events. It is now considered to be a literary classic.

About Alexandre Dumas

Alexandre Dumas (often known as Alexandre Dumas, père to distinguish him from his son, who was also a writer) was a French writer whose work spans a number of genres: he produced novels, plays, magazine articles and travel books, among others. However, he is best known for his historical sagas, including in particular The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo,  both of which have been adapted numerous times. His works have been translated into almost 100 languages, and he remains one of the most widely read French authors of all time.