119 - The Judge

Count of Monte Cristo · May 17, 2026 · 24m

Dive into the thrilling world of The Count of Monte Cristo, an iconic adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. Often hailed as one of Dumas’s masterpieces alongside The Three Musketeers, this captivating tale was completed in 1844 and is enriched by the contributions of his ghostwriter, Auguste Maquet. Set against the backdrop of France, Italy, and the Mediterranean during the tumultuous years of 1815–1838, the story intricately weaves themes of justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness into an exhilarating narrative. With alternate versions of several chapters provided, listeners can…