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The Count of Monte Cristo

*The Count of Monte Cristo* is a novel about Edmond Dantès, a young man who is wrongfully imprisoned. After escaping, he transforms into the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo, using his wealth and intelligence to plan an intricate vengeance against those who betrayed him. Through his journey, the story explores themes of justice, mercy, and the pursuit of redemption. It’s a tale of resilience, revenge, and the complexities of human morality, set against a richly detailed backdrop of 19th-century France and the Mediterranean.