The Count of Monte Cristo
Alexandre Dumas
Belletristik / Hauptwerk vor 1945
Beschreibung
The Count of Monte Cristo, Volume 2 follows the dramatic transformation of Edmond Dantès as he steps into his new identity and begins to weave the intricate web of his long-planned vengeance. Having escaped from prison and secured a vast fortune, Edmond reemerges into the world as the enigmatic Sinbad the Sailor. With his wealth and cunning, he enters high society, forging new alliances while remaining unseen by those who wronged him.
Traveling through Italy, he encounters the underworld of Roman bandits and witnesses the dark justice of the city's execution rituals. As he navigates the lavish celebrations of Rome's Carnival, he begins to pull the strings that will set his revenge in motion. Meanwhile, in Paris, unsuspecting enemies bask in their ill-gotten wealth, unaware that their reckoning is approaching.
This second volume of The Count of Monte Cristo is a tale of mystery, disguises, and manipulation, as Dumas masterfully builds suspense and intrigue. With its rich historical backdrop, unforgettable characters, and thrilling developments, Volume 2 deepens the tension and anticipation for the ultimate retribution to come.
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