CliffsNotes on Dumas' The Count of Monte Cristo (Cliffsnotes Literature Guides)
<DIV>The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature.<p><i>CliffsNotes on The Count of Monte Cristo</i> takes you into a rollicking yarn of adventure, wit, and revenge.<p>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<ul><li>Life and background of the author, Alexandre Dumas<li>Character sketches on the novel's vast array of personalities<li>Plot synopsis and summaries for each chapter<li>Suggested essay topics and a select bibliography</ul><p>Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.<p></div>