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Step into the intriguing world of Dumas Marie Antoinette Romances, also known as The Memoirs of a Physician. This captivating historical fiction delves into the tumultuous events leading to the fall of the French monarchy around 1770 and the rise of revolutionary fervor that marked the chilling era known as The Reign of Terror (1793-1794). In this first volume, we meet the enigmatic magician Count Alessandro di Cagliostro, known as Balsamo, who wields the power of the occult—hypnotism and necromancy—to unearth state secrets. While Balsamo claims to be scheming against the Bourbons, one ...

In this gripping fifth volume of the Marie Antoinette Romances, the story unfolds in the turbulent aftermath of the Bastilles fall and the March on Versailles, which compelled Louis XVI and his court to return to Paris. Amidst a city torn apart by political factions vying for power, our protagonists, like the courageous Ange Pitou, and the nefarious Gilbert, must navigate a perilous landscape fraught with danger, all while evading the looming threat of the guillotine. As chaos reigns, the enigmatic Balsamo propels the revolution forward, declaring, The quantity of blood which must be shed ...

Die Geschichte spielt in der Zeit nach der Französischen Revolution, 1815 bis 1838. Napoleons Stern ist untergegangen, und die Restauration unter den Königen Ludwig XVIII. und Karl X. hat sich durchgesetzt. Dann folgt die Julirevolution von 1830, durch die der „Bürgerkönig" Louis-Philippe I. auf den Thron kommt. Zwischen 1844 und 1846 veröffentlichte Dumas den Graf von Monte Christo als Fortsetzungsroman in der Zeitschrift Le Journal des débats und erzielte damit ungeahnten Erfolg.

Erzählt wird die tragische Liebesgeschichte zwischen dem jungen Armand Duval und der Pariser Kurtisane Marguerite Gautier – einer Frau, deren äußere Eleganz ihre innere Zerbrechlichkeit verbirgt. Zwischen gesellschaftlicher Ächtung und leidenschaftlicher Hingabe entspinnt sich ein Drama voller Gefühl, Moral und Schmerz. Ein Roman über Liebe, Krankheit, Ehre und Verzicht – sensibel, aufrichtig und emotional tief berührend.

Sjömannen Edmond Dantes faller på sin bröllopsnatt offer för en illvillig komplott. Han fängslas för ett brott, som han inte har begått, och tillbringar fjorton bittra år i en fängelsehåla. I sin fångenskap får han kännedom om en stor skatt, som är gömd på ön Montecristo. Han planlägger sin flykt och en resonabel hämnd, som ska straffa dem som han anser vara ansvariga för hans öde. Eftersom han lyckats med att fly, är han inte längre den naive sjömannen, som försvann i fängelsehålan på ön If. Han är den charmerande, mystiska och kraftfulla greven av Monte Cristo.

Au cœur des passions et des périls, un nom attire tous les regards: le comte de Moret. Amours contrariées, honneur blessé, ambitions rivales et intrigues tapies dans l’ombre composent ce grand roman d’Alexandre Dumas, où le destin se joue autant au salon qu’au bout de l’épée. Entre serments chuchotés, défis au petit matin et volte-face du pouvoir, chaque chapitre précipite ses héros vers l’inconnu. Portée par le souffle du feuilleton, cette aventure de cape et d’épée mêle panache, émotion et suspense—un voyage sonore au tempo vif, vibrant de duels, de secrets et d’espoirs tenaces.

Die Geschichte spielt in der Zeit nach der Französischen Revolution, 1815 bis 1838. Napoleons Stern ist untergegangen, und die Restauration unter den Königen Ludwig XVIII. und Karl X. hat sich durchgesetzt. Dann folgt die Julirevolution von 1830, durch die der „Bürgerkönig" Louis-Philippe I. auf den Thron kommt. Zwischen 1844 und 1846 veröffentlichte Dumas den Graf von Monte Christo als Fortsetzungsroman in der Zeitschrift Le Journal des débats und erzielte damit ungeahnten Erfolg.

Dive into Dumass captivating play that explores the passionate romantic escapades and honorable duels of American naval hero John Paul Jones as he navigates life ashore in France. This rich narrative was later transformed into a novel, offering a deeper glimpse into his adventures and character. - Summary by ToddHW

Delve into the captivating world of English history with Catherine Howard, a riveting play that explores the life of the ill-fated fifth wife of Henry VIII. Adapted from the acclaimed work of Alexandre Dumas, the celebrated author of The Musketeers, this historical drama unfolds in three acts, intertwining love, ambition, and tragedy. Join us for a mesmerizing journey as we bring to life the drama and intrigue of a time when the throne, the tomb, and the scaffold were inextricably linked. Summary by ToddHW

Is it truly a woman of your stature who dares to discuss the conventions of society? Are not women like you above such matters? Should I have approached you with a delicate and insincere offer to help your husband with his financial troubles? That would be unworthy of him, of me, and of you. You know as well as I do that propriety and dignity fade away when passion or necessity takes control. Did your grandmother uphold the dignity of her daughter when she surrendered her to a prince? - Summary by From the Play

In the world of high society, where fashion and refinement reign supreme, audiences once flocked to witness the enchanting play of Mademoiselle de Belle Isle. Yet, one cant help but wonder if these aristocrats would have recoiled at an English adaptation of Dumas clever work, deeming it too risqué. Was it a lack of understanding on their part, or does the French language possess a unique allure that softens the impact of its themes? Join us as we explore this captivating tale, brought to life by a talented cast.

Dans cette nouvelle, Alexandre Dumas avec tout le talent qu'on lui connaît, décrit les derniers moments de la vie de la Marquise de Ganges et la machination qu'ourdissent contre elle ses deux beaux-frères. Un récit émouvant qui raconte la grandeur de cette femme et ce que sont devenus chacun des criminels. Un récit plein d'aventures, de suspens, de grandeur humaine aussi !

The classic story of an innocent man wrongly, but deliberately imprisoned and his brilliant strategy for revenge against those who betrayed him. Dashing young sailor Edmond Dantes is a guileless and honest young man whose peaceful life and plans to marry the beautiful Mercedes are abruptly shattered when his best friend Fernand, who wants Mercedes for himself, deceives him.View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.orgAll Librivox recordings are in the public domain

'To have discovered the black tulip, to have seen it for a moment...then to lose it, to lose it forever!' Cornelius von Baerle, a respectable tulip-grower, lives only to cultivate the elusive black tulip and win a magnificent prize for its creation. But after his powerful godfather is assassinated, the unwitting Cornelius becomes caught up in deadly political intrigue and is falsely accused of high treason by a bitter rival.

A Marsiglia Edmond incontra Mercedes (che aveva appena salutato il figlio Albert in partenza per l'Africa). I due parlano a lungo: Mercedes non odia l'uomo che ha davanti, anzi rimprovera sé stessa per le scelte sbagliate che ha fatto. Le strade dei due, un tempo giovani e felicemente innamorati, si dividono per sempre. La morte inaspettata di Édouard, il figlio di Villefort, fa però sorgere in Edmond dei dubbi sulla sua opera di 'giustiziere divino'.

Giunto a Livorno, Dantès si unisce ai contrabbandieri e riparte per varie spedizioni, acquistando la fiducia di tutta la ciurma. Durante questo periodo Dantès si rende sempre più conto di come la sua lunga esperienza in prigione lo abbia cambiato, sia fisicamente che psicologicamente: da giovane idealista è diventato un uomo intenso, vicino all'ossessione per i suoi propositi di vendetta.

1815. Edmond Dantès, marinaio di diciannove anni, sbarca a Marsiglia dopo aver preso, da secondo, il comando della nave Pharaon. Qui gli viene confermato dall'armatore Pierre Morrel, proprietario della Pharaon, che verrà ufficialmente nominato capitano: ma questa non è l'unica buona notizia, Edmond può infatti finalmente riabbracciare il suo povero e vecchio padre e sposare la donna che ama, la catalana Mercedes.

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 ninth of the series, Dumas uses the lives of two women, Angelique-Louise de Guerchi and Josephine-Charlotte Boullenois, and the men who, to put it bluntly, control their lives.

Brave, impulsive and infinitely susceptible, D'Artagnan triumphs on the duelling ground and in the boudoir by virtue of his charm, his wit and skills at arms. When these resources prove insufficient his faithful friends Athos, Porthos and Aramis, the Three Musketeers, save the day.

Ranskalaisklassikko kaikkien aikojen kostosta. Nuori merimies Edmond Dantès vangitaan syyttömänä vankityrmään Ifin pahamaineiselle saarelle. Juonittelun ja kateuden uhriksi joutunut Edmond onnistuu neljäntoista vankilavuoden jälkeen pakenemaan saarelta. Hän omaksuu itselleen uuden identiteetin Monte-Criston kreivinä ja aloittaa pitkän kostoretken pidätyksensä ja tuomionsa takana olleita henkilöitä vastaan.