Alexandre Dumas
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El conde de Montecristo es una novela de aventuras clásica de Alexandre Dumas (padre).
Esta obra se suele considerar como el mejor trabajo de Dumas, y a menudo se incluye en las listas de las mejores novelas de todos los tiempos. El libro se terminó de escribir en 1844, y fue publicado en una serie de 18 entregas, como folletín, durante los dos años siguientes.
La historia tiene lugar en Francia, Italia y varias islas del Mediterráneo durante...
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Una de las historias mas famosas de la literatura mundial, describe la aventura de cuatro hombres valientes de armas, amigos inseparables, durante el reinado de Luis XIII de Francia. D'Artagnan, listo y valiente, que llega de su provincia con muchas aspiraciones y poco dinero, durante la aventura conocerá a tres valientes mosqueteros del rey: Athos, Porthos y Aramis, con los que vivirá mil peripecias, siempre en pugna con los guardias del cardenal...
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To paraphrase the note from the translator, The Celebrated Crimes of Alexandre Dumas père was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language—has minced no words—to describe violent scenes of violent times.
In this, the first of the series, Dumas tells the luridly sexy, amazingly violent, and strikingly amoral story of the three most famous members of the Borgia family - Pope Alexander VI, Lucrezia, and above all Cesare. Never...
In this, the first of the series, Dumas tells the luridly sexy, amazingly violent, and strikingly amoral story of the three most famous members of the Borgia family - Pope Alexander VI, Lucrezia, and above all Cesare. Never...
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This swashbuckling epic chronicles the adventures of d'Artagnan, a brash young man from the countryside who journeys to Paris in 1625 hoping to become a musketeer and guard to King Louis XIII. Before long he finds treachery and court intrigue -- and also three boon companions: the daring swordsmen Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. Together they strive heroically to defend the honor of their queen against the powerful Cardinal Richelieu and the seductive...
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Overview: Alexandre Dumas's novel of justice, retribution, and self-discovery - one of the most enduringly popular adventure tales ever written - appears here in a newly revised translation. "This novel tells the story of Edmond Dantes, wrongfully imprisoned for life in the supposedly impregnable sea fortress the Chateau d'If. After a daring escape, and after unearthing a hidden treasure revealed to him by a fellow prisoner, he devotes the rest...
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Fans of historical fiction will love The Queen's Necklace, Dumas' gripping retelling of the Affair of the Necklace, a suspicious incident of theft in the court of Louis XVI that some experts say set into motion a chain of events that resulted in the eventual downfall of the monarchy.
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Nobody has ever detailed history's most ruthless rulers and tyrants with as much flair and passion as French writer Alexandre Dumas. This gripping exposition of the Borgias, the Italian clan that earned notoriety as one of the world's most power-hungry and corrupt families, is a pulse-pounding read that fans of the true crime genre will find hard to put down.
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"Karl Ludwig Sand" by Alexandre Dumas is a gripping tale based on the true story of a young idealist entangled in political conspiracy. Karl, a fervent nationalist and student, becomes consumed by his desire to rid Germany of perceived tyranny. His obsession leads him to assassinate August von Kotzebue, a conservative writer, believing it will spark revolutionary change. Dumas delves into Karl's ideological fervor, moral dilemmas, and the consequences...
9) Murat
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"Murat" by Alexandre Dumas is a vivid historical drama chronicling the life of Joachim Murat, the dashing cavalry officer who became King of Naples. A loyal ally of Napoleon Bonaparte, Murat's ambition and charisma propel him to power, but his loyalty is tested as political tides shift. Dumas explores Murat's rise and fall, capturing his battlefield heroics, flamboyant personality, and ultimate betrayal. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the...
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"The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas is a tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. Edmond Dantès, a young sailor, is wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he did not commit by jealous rivals. During his confinement, he discovers a hidden treasure and reinvents himself as the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo. With wealth and cunning, he orchestrates intricate plans to punish those who betrayed him while rewarding those who remained loyal. Set...
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In "Twenty Years After Volume 3" by Alexandre Dumas, the legendary Musketeers reunite to navigate the perilous currents of political chaos and strife. As France stands divided between royalists and revolutionaries, d'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis face their fiercest trials yet. Amid conspiracies and shifting alliances, their courage and loyalty are tested in daring exploits. Dumas crafts a riveting narrative where old friendships rekindle amidst...
12) Ali Pacha
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"Ali Pacha" by Alexandre Dumas is a vivid historical tale of power, ambition, and betrayal set in the Ottoman Empire. The story follows Ali Pacha of Ioannina, a ruthless and cunning ruler who rises to prominence through strategic alliances and brutal force. Dumas explores his complex character, portraying him as both a visionary leader and a tyrant driven by greed and paranoia. As Ali's quest for dominance unfolds, themes of loyalty, revenge, and...
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"The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas is a tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. Edmond Dantès, a young sailor, is wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he did not commit by jealous rivals. During his confinement, he discovers a hidden treasure and reinvents himself as the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo. With wealth and cunning, he orchestrates intricate plans to punish those who betrayed him while rewarding those who remained loyal. Set...
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La última aventura de los Tres Mosqueteros.
FonoLibro se enorgullece en presentar el audio libro en español de la última aventura de los tres mosqueteros, El Hombre de la Mascara de Hierro original de Alejandro Dumas.
Los veteranos mosqueteros Aramis y Portos, traman un plan para derrocar al inepto y corrupto Rey Luís XIV de su trono y poner en su lugar a su hermano gemelo Felipe, quien se encuentra injustamente encarcelado dentro del castillo...
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Este libro al que nos referimos describe básicamente la historia de cómo detenían en Francia a una gran cantidad de caballeros del temple, donde los maltrataban por medio de torturas con el fin de que realizaran confesiones, las cuales ellos las hacían con tal de evitar soportar más maltrato físico.
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"The Marquise de Brinvilliers" by Alexandre Dumas is a chilling tale of crime and intrigue based on the infamous 17th-century poisoner. The Marquise, driven by greed and revenge, orchestrates the murders of her family members using arsenic, unraveling a web of betrayal and scandal. Dumas delves into her motivations, capturing the tension between her charm and ruthlessness, while exploring themes of justice, morality, and societal corruption. As her...
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Set in the 17th century France, the novel recounts the adventures of a young man named d'Artagnan after he leaves home to travel to Paris, to join the Musketeers of the Guard. D'Artagnan is not one of the musketeers of the title; those are his friends Athos, Porthos and Aramis, inseparable friends who live by the motto: all for one, one for all (tous pour un, un pour tous), a motto which is first put forth by d'Artagnan.
18) La Constantin
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"La Constantin" by Alexandre Dumas is a tale of intrigue, ambition, and betrayal set in the vibrant world of 19th-century theater. The story follows La Constantin, a talented and ambitious actress whose rise to fame is fraught with personal and professional challenges. As she navigates the complexities of love, rivalry, and societal expectations, her journey becomes a battleground for identity and independence. Dumas masterfully explores themes of...
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FonoLibro presenta "El Conde de Montecristo," Audio libro dramatizado en español basado en la historia original de Alejandro Dumas.
Es una de las novelas de amor y venganza más populares de todos los tiempos. Es la historia de Edmundo Dantes, joven marinero, (personificado por el primer actor Luis José Santander), quien el día de ser nombrado capitán del buque "El Faraón" y de planear casarse con su amada Mercedes, es injustamente puesto prisionero...
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"The Man in the Iron Mask: An Essay" by Alexandre Dumas delves into the enigmatic historical mystery of the masked prisoner, blending speculation with historical analysis. Dumas examines the legend of a mysterious man imprisoned under an iron mask, exploring theories about his identity and the political intrigue surrounding him. Was he a royal secret, a hidden twin, or merely a victim of absolute power? Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling,...