The Three Musketeers

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By Alexandre Dumas

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The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas follows the adventures of young d'Artagnan as he joins forces with three heroic musketeers, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. Together, they navigate court intrigue, duels, and romance in 17th-century France, serving their king with loyalty and bravery.
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This book may appeal to you if you love swashbuckling adventure, heroic camaraderie, and historical intrigue set in the vibrant backdrop of 17th-century France. You'll enjoy the thrilling exploits, duels, and the unbreakable bond between the main characters as they navigate loyalty, honour, and love.

The Three Musketeers

Young d'Artagnan arrives in Paris to join King's Louis XIII's elite guards, but almost immediately finds he is duelling with some of the very men he has come to swear allegiance to - Porthos, Athos and Aramis, inseparable friends.

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The Three Musketeers, an enthralling tale of valour, intrigue, and brotherhood, penned by Alexandre Dumas and newly translated by Richard Pevear, takes readers on a captivating journey through 17th-century France. The story follows the spirited young Gascon, D'Artagnan, who arrives in Paris with dreams of joining the King's illustrious Musketeers.

Upon his arrival, D'Artagnan's fiery temper and unyielding sense of honour quickly land him in duels with three formidable swordsmen, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. These chance encounters soon forge an unbreakable bond of friendship among the quartet, leading D'Artagnan to become part of their esteemed group known as the Three Musketeers.

As an inseparable band, the Musketeers navigate a treacherous world of political intrigue, royal conspiracies, and clandestine love affairs. D'Artagnan's allegiance to his comrades often places him in perilous situations, particularly against the formidable schemes of Cardinal Richelieu, the astute and manipulative chief minister. When D'Artagnan falls for the enchanting yet unattainable Constance Bonacieux, his life becomes even more entangled with danger, espionage, and deception. With only his trusted friends by his side, D'Artagnan's journey is one of relentless action, undying loyalty, and heroic endeavours.

This masterful narrative, rich in action and adventure, has solidified The Three Musketeers as one of the most influential and enduring works in French literature. The story's gripping plot, vibrant characters, and timeless themes of friendship and honour continue to captivate readers around the globe.

Richard Pevear's introduction in this edition delves into the fascinating history of Dumas' collaborators and the significant role serialisation played in the novel's original success. Pevear's meticulous notes on the text also provide deeper understanding and context, making this edition an invaluable resource for both new readers and long-time admirers of Dumas' work.

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The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas is highly praised for its well-drawn characters, especially D'Artagnan, who is much beloved. Renowned writers like Robert Louis Stevenson have compared D'Artagnan to Shakespearean characters, highlighting their deep admiration.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141442341

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Richard Pevear

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 505g

Pages: 736

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About the Author

Alexandre Dumas was a French playwright, historian and prolific novelist, penning a string of successful books including The Three Musketeers (1844), The Count of Monte Cristo (1845), and Twenty Years After(1845). His novels have been translated into a hundred different languages and inspired over two hundred films. In his day Dumas was as famous for his financial irresponsibility and flamboyant lifestyle as for his writing. Dumas died in 1870.