The Count of Monte Cristo (novel)

*The Count of Monte Cristo* is a novel by Alexandre Dumas about Edmond Dantès, a young man wrongfully imprisoned on false accusations. After escaping from prison, he acquires a vast fortune and assumes the identity of the wealthy Count of Monte Cristo. Using his new resources and intelligence, he meticulously plans to exact revenge on those who betrayed him, while also seeking justice and redemption. The story explores themes of betrayal, revenge, mercy, and the transformative power of hope, all set against the backdrop of 19th-century France.