The Count of Monte Cristo
A Study Guide
Alexandré Dumas’ literary classic, The Count of Monte Cristo, is an adventure novel that has been popular with readers since its publication in 1844. The story begins just before Napoleon’s return to power following his exile, and continues through the reign of France’s King Louis-Philippe I. A tale of betrayal, revenge, and forgiveness, The Count of Monte Cristo is, along with The Three Musketeers, one of Dumas’ most enduring works.
