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Dumas tells the three tales: of the brutal excesses of Ali Pacha; the tale of the Countess of Saint Geran;and of Murat, whose courage became a legend in the days of the French revolution.Few men have understood themselves better or been on better terms with the orbit of their existence than Ali Pacha, and as the personality of an individual is all the more striking, in proportion as it reflects the manners and ideas of the time and country in which he has lived, so the figure of Ali Pacha stands out, if not one of the most brilliant, at least one of the most singular in contemporary…mehr

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Dumas tells the three tales: of the brutal excesses of Ali Pacha; the tale of the Countess of Saint Geran;and of Murat, whose courage became a legend in the days of the French revolution.Few men have understood themselves better or been on better terms with the orbit of their existence than Ali Pacha, and as the personality of an individual is all the more striking, in proportion as it reflects the manners and ideas of the time and country in which he has lived, so the figure of Ali Pacha stands out, if not one of the most brilliant, at least one of the most singular in contemporary history.Alexandre Dumas was a French writer, best known for his numerous historical novels of high adventure which have made him one of the most widely read French authors in the world. Many of his novels, including The Count of Monte Cristo, The Three Musketeers, The Man in the Iron Mask, and The Vicomte de Bragelonne were serialized. Dumas also wrote plays and magazine articles, and was a prolific correspondent.
Autorenporträt
Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) and Auguste Maquet (1813-1888) were two prominent French authors who collaborated on several notable works of historical fiction, including "The Queen's Necklace." Dumas is best known for his historical novels, which often blend adventure, romance, and historical detail. His most famous works include: "The Three Musketeers" (1844): A classic adventure novel that follows the exploits of d'Artagnan and his three musketeer friends. "The Count of Monte Cristo" (1844-1846): A tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption set against the backdrop of post-Napoleonic France. "The Man in the Iron Mask" (1859): A sequel to "The Three Musketeers," dealing with political intrigue and mystery. Maquet is known for his collaboration with Alexandre Dumas, contributing to several major works. His role was often in developing plots and historical research. "The Queen's Necklace" (1849): A historical novel co-written with Dumas, exploring the scandal of Marie Antoinette's necklace." The Count of Monte Cristo" (1844-1846): Contributed to the historical and narrative elements of the novel. "The Three Musketeers" (1844): Assisted in the creation of the plot and historical accuracy. Dumas's novels have been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions, and his influence extends beyond literature into popular culture. While Maquet's name is less well-known compared to Dumas, his collaboration with the famous author significantly impacted the success and historical accuracy of their joint works. His contributions to the genre of historical fiction and adventure literature are well-regarded in literary circles.