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Essay Galaxy - A Review of Dumas' "The Count of Monte-Cristo"
A Review of Dumas' "The Count of Monte-Cristo"
The Count of Monte-Cristo is a nineteenth century historical
romance. The characters are set in conventional forms Alexander Dumas
borrowed from society. Courageous, avaricious, kind, loyal, selfish, or
treacherous each personality embodies a common stereotype. M. Morrel, a
merchant and ship owner, represent the good hearted benefactor. M. Danglars,
employee of M. Morrel, symbolizes the typical jealous colleague. The Abb�
Faria, prisoner at Chateau D'If, personifies the persecuted, yet respected
mentor. Each character portrays the extreme of a well-known personality.
Edmond Dantes breaks all of Alexander Dumas's molds. His unique
characteristics are the key ingredients of this great literary work. The
Count of Monte-Cristo is a breath-taking experience. It is a dramatic tale
filled with mystery and....
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