Le comte de Monte-Cristo, Tome III

Le comte de Monte-Cristo, Tome III

Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet (1802-1870)

Approximate level
B2
Length
121,045 words
Reading time
10 h 5 min
Chapters
29
Language
French
On Project Gutenberg since
2006

This novel by Alexandre Dumas is a classic of nineteenth century French literature. It follows the intricate social interactions and deceptions of its characters. For a learner, the text presents a challenge due to its descriptive, lengthy sentences and sophisticated vocabulary typical of the era. You will encounter formal dialogue and detailed character portraits that require careful attention. While the narrative is engaging, the complex sentence structures and historical nuances make this a demanding read for those refining their French proficiency.

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Subjects

  • Historical fiction
  • Revenge -- Fiction
  • Adventure stories
  • Prisoners -- Fiction
  • France -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
  • Pirates -- Fiction
  • Dantès, Edmond (Fictitious character) -- Fiction

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