CliffsNotes on The Count of Monte Cristo takes you into a rollicking yarn of adventure, wit, and revenge.
Following the story of a man imprisoned for 14 years who escapes by outsmarting his captors, this study guide shows through its expert commentaries just how the Count works justice with a vengeance on his enemies. Other features that help you figure out this important work include
- Life and background of the author, Alexandre Dumas
- Character sketches on the novel's vast array of personalities
- Plot synopsis and summaries for each chapter
- Suggested essay topics and a select bibliography
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