-Count of Monte Cristo*

b ca. 1930 Alexander Dumas The book was originally published in the 'Journal des débats' in eighteen parts. Published originally in Paris, France.  Quote “Life is a storm, my young friend. You will bask in the sunlight one moment, be shattered on the rocks the next. What makes you a man is what you do when that storm comes. You must look into that storm and shout as you did in Rome. Do your worst, for I will do mine! Then the fates will know you as we know you” Quote  "All human wisdom is summed up in two words - 'Wait' and 'Hope.'" Note "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas is a literary masterpiece celebrated for its intricate descriptions, profound themes, and compelling characters. Dumas' evocative prose transports readers to the opulent and treacherous world of post-Napoleonic France, where the grandeur of Paris and the starkness of the Château d'If provide a vivid backdrop to the narrative. The novel explores themes of revenge, justice, and the transformative