The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, And The Real Count Of Monte Cristo (2012) - Plot & Excerpts
It's hard to rate this book because it was very tedious and boring in some places. Luckily I had it on audiobook as well and so that helped me get through some of the mundane facts. But I liked the information and (for the most part) the way it was presented...like a tour guide giving you all the facts of late 1700 and early 1800 French/European politics and life. But I, of course, was most impressed with the focus of the book which was Alex Dumas. It's very sad that his heroics and true heroism (because of his integrity and compassion) were practically erased from history by the likes of Napoleon. It sort of made me sad the the "good guy" didn't win...but as I tell my tweenage daughter...life isn't fair. Really enjoyed this book! It is a historical biography that actually does read a lot like the works of fiction the subject's son once wrote. So many amazing little nuggets pack into this read; why our political leanings are termed left and right, how France's monarchy broke the bank to support the American Revolution and in so doing sowed the seeds of revolution at home, the rise of Napoleon, the first European nation to abolish slavery and many more, all swirling around the existence of this larger than life person. If you enjoy histories that read like fiction, than you won't be able to put this one down.
What do You think about The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, And The Real Count Of Monte Cristo (2012)?
This read like an action movie - Alex Dumas was a bad-ass, that's for sure. Definitely worth a read!
—The Writer
Fun educational read that puts fiction and history into interesting adventurous context.
—Kay
Love history. Fascinating story. Thanks Laura S for your recommendation!
—Jesus
