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The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Dumas

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May 17, 2010 Rowland Pasaribu rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Love Versus Alienation

Dantès declares himself an exile from humanity during the years in which he carries out his elaborate scheme of revenge. He feels cut off not only from all countries, societies, and individuals but also from normal human emotions. Dantès is unable to experience joy, sorrow, or excitement; in fact, the only emotions he is capable of feeling are vengeful hatred and occasional gratitude. It is plausible that Dantès’s extreme social isolation and narrow range of feeling are sim ...more

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Nov 15, 2023 Scott Sheaffer rated it really liked it

Shelves: fiction, classics, romance

In Alexandre Dumas's epic novel, "The Count of Monte Cristo," religious themes play a significant role in shaping the story's plot, character development, and overall message. The novel explores the concepts of faith, forgiveness, and redemption, using religious imagery and symbolism to convey its profound themes.

Faith as a Guiding Force

The protagonist, Edmond Dantès, is initially portrayed as a devout Catholic, finding solace in his faith during his wrongful imprisonment on Château d'If. His fa ...more

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Mar 14, 2010 Natalie rated it liked it

Dumas doesn't improve upon re-reading. I remember liking The Count of Monte Cristo much more the first time I read it. Still a decent book but not quite as good as i remembered. ...more

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